Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - Mobile Outpatient

Powerback Rehabilitation; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision plans for:

Paid Time Off for full-time and part-­

H-1B Visa sponsorship & relocation aid

Mentorship program for new grads

Free CEUs via Medbridge

Professional development: CliniciansIn

Job summary

Powerback Rehabilitation seeks a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to provide in-home outpatient rehabilitation for older adults. You will operate under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist in diverse home settings, including private residences and independent living facilities.

The role offers a flexible schedule across various locations with emphasis on patient-centered care, functional independence, and safe, effective therapy delivery in the home environment.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid license in the state(s) of practice.
• Must have a valid driver's license or reliable transportation to/from patients' residence.

Responsibilities

• Attends and contributes to patient care, staffing conferences and other required meetings as a representative of physical therapy under the direction of the physical therapist.
• Adheres to department and patient treatment schedules and documentation requirements.
• Collaborates with the rehabilitation team to implement programs for each patient.
• Acts as an assistant to the Physical Therapist during tests, evaluations, and complex procedures.
• Instructs patients and caregivers in the PT treatment program under supervision.
• Maintains timely documentation for all patients treated.
• Cleans and maintains equipment and reports repairs as needed.
• Delivers patient-centered care to improve function and independence.
• Provides specific PT treatments including therapeutic exercise, functional training, manual therapy and other modalities.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Job description

Overview

At Powerback, we're on a mission to improve lives. As the leader in physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapies, we help older adults stay active and thrive.

With over four decades of trusted service, our reach spans skilled nursing centers, assisted and independent living facilities, outpatient clinics, and home-based care. We're proud to deliver personalized care exactly where and when it's needed most.

Join an industry-leading team that restores hope and makes a lasting impact. If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference and want to be part of the future of rehabilitation and wellness, Powerback is the place for you.

Why Powerback?

• Benefits :We offer Medical, Dental, and Vision plans to Full-Time team members. We offer Dental and Vision to Part-Time team members.
• Paid Time Off: We offer generous paid time off to Full-Time and Part-Time team members.
• Support for New Grads:Our Powerback Clinical Mentorship Program kicks off on day one, helping you learn from the best in the field.
• Continuing Education:Keep growing with free CEUs through Medbridge.
• H-1B Visa & Relocation Assistance:We support Visa or Green Card sponsorships, plus our Journey Travel Program lets you work across the U.S. with the security of a full-time role.
• Perks at Powerback:Enjoy exclusive discounts on Wireless/TV, Home/Auto/Renters and Pet Insurance, Childcare, Eldercare, and more. Earn rewards through our PowerZone Employee Recognition Program, and expand your expertise with our Clinicians in Action professional development program.

Responsibilities

Powerback is a new way of delivering recovery, rehabilitation, respiratory, and wellness services to patients across the nation. We deliver an empowered approach to achieving your full potential by providing integrated and individualized solutions. Our reimagined approach to rehabilitation connects directly to the patient experience, which is centered on transforming the road to recovery for everyone and helping patients get their power back. It's patient-centered care that provides a sustainable way of feeling better, moving better, breathing better, and living better.

The Physical Therapist Assistant will primarily provide outpatient rehabilitation services in an in-home setting for the older adult population. The in-home setting could be a patient's private residence or in a patient's room in an independent living facility. Powerback Rehabilitation To You allows the Physical Therapy Assistant to evaluate and treat in the most functional environment which is the patient's home. The Physical Therapist Assistant provides physical therapy treatments to patients to facilitate increased independence and functioning under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist. This position provides a flexible schedule and work environment in various settings.

1. Attends and contributes to patient care, staffing conferences and other required meetings as a representative of physical therapy, under the direction of the physical therapist.
2. Responsible for adherence to department and patient treatment schedule, timely clinical and billing documentation requirements as well as work related meetings.
3. Works with other members of the rehabilitation team to implement programs and activities consistent with the needs and capabilities of each patient.
4. Acts as an assistant to the Physical Therapist when the Physical Therapist is performing tests, evaluations, and complex procedures.
5. Instructs patients, families and other caregivers in the skills and techniques of the physical therapy treatment program under the supervision of the Physical Therapist.
6. Maintains appropriate and timely documentation for all patients treated.
7. Cleans, maintains, identifies, and reports the need for repair of equipment, as necessary.
8. Puts Patient Service First: Ensures that patients and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individuals' needs and rights.
9. Implements patient's individualized treatment plan as established by the primary Physical Therapist.
10. Provides individualized physical therapy treatments including but not limited to:
    • Therapeutic exercise including aerobic capacity conditioning, balance coordination, agility training, body mechanics and postural stabilization, flexibility exercises, gait and locomotion training, neuromotor development training, relaxation, strength, power, and endurance training
    • Functional training
    • Manual therapy
    • Airway clearance techniques
    • Integumentary repair and protection
    • Use of electrotherapeutic, physical agent and mechanical modalities
    • Health and Wellness
    • Falls Risk Interventions
    • Chronic Disease Management Education
11. Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications

1. Must have a valid license in the state(s) of practice, or proof of license eligibility.
2. Must have a valid driver's license or reliable, independent transportation to and from the patients' residence.

Posted Salary Range

USD $35.00 - USD $43.00 /Hr.