Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - Outpatient Therapy at the Riverfront

Carle Health; Danville, Kendall Township (IL, IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Carle Health is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to implement care plans and educate patients. This role involves providing therapeutic interventions and maintaining documentation in compliance with clinical policies. Join a supportive team in a healthcare system that values growth and flexibility.

Benefits

Sign on Bonus Available

Relocation Assistance

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Illinois.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days.
• Experience in patient treatment and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Implements treatment plans as provided by the physical therapist.
• Educates patients and caregivers on treatment methods.
• Completes daily documentation in therapy EMR.

Skills

Patient Education

Therapeutic Exercise

Documentation

Communication

Education

Associate's Degree: Physical Therapy Assistant

Job description

Overview

Sign on Bonus Available!!! $2,500 candidates with greater than 1yr of experience
$1,500 candidates with less than 1yr of experience
$2,500 relocation (for greater than 50 miles) (External Applicants Only)

Implements plan of care as provided by the physical therapist, treating patients of all ages. Serves as a role model in delivery of professional services and as a clinical resource for staff and students.

Responsibilities

Educates patients, family, caregivers, students, and other health care providers using relevant and effective teaching methods. Follows the therapist's plan of care. Adjusts the treatment based on patient response and available evidence only after communicating with the evaluating therapist and documenting that communication in the daily note. Produces documentation in accordance with the Clinical Documentation Policy (CTSCP67). (23) If applicable, completes annual education as assigned to comply with DNV Hip and Knee Replacement Program requirements. Follows treatment plan of care established by PT. Provides treatment interventions including therapeutic exercise, gait and balance training, ultrasound. Administers electrical stimulation treatment. Provides therapeutic exercise in the water (aquatic therapy). Completes daily documentation and charging in therapy EMR. Coordinates with PT on patient treatment interventions. Communicates with referring provider on patient progress and treatment recommendations.

Qualifications

License/Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA); Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)

Education: Associate's Degree: Physical Therapy Assistant (Required)

Other Knowledge/Skills:

Carle Health Company Overview

Find it here.

Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. The supportive and inclusive team where you can thrive. The place where growth meets balance – and opportunities meet flexibility. Find it all at Carle Health.

Based in Urbana, IL, Carle Health is a healthcare system with nearly 16,600 team members in its eight hospitals, physician groups, and a variety of healthcare businesses. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet designations, the nation’s highest honor for nursing care. The system includes Methodist College and Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world’s first engineering-based medical school, and Health Alliance. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and lifelong careers at Carle Health.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information: [e-mail].

Salary Range

The compensation range for this position is $22.4 per hour - $37.41 per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered to a candidate will depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked, and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more, visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.