PTA: Resident Rehab & Mobility Specialist

PACS; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

PACS is seeking a Staff Physical Therapist Assistant to support the Staff Physical Therapist with resident care and rehabilitation planning. The role focuses on direct patient care, precise documentation, and adherence to safety and infection-control protocols.

You will collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, educate residents and families, and assist in training Restorative Aides. A PTA license in the state and CPR if required are required to practice.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited PTA program.
• Licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state.
• CPR certification, if required by licensure.
• Proficient in Net Health and Point Click Care.

Responsibilities

• Treat residents as directed by Physical Therapist.
• Complete timely, accurate documentation in accordance with facility, governmental, and third-party payer requirements.
• Maintain a safe treatment environment by following infection control, safety, and equipment maintenance protocols.
• Assist nursing department with training of Restorative Aides.
• Communicates routinely with the supervising physical therapist to ensure timely updates to physicians, nursing staff, the interdisciplinary team, residents, and families regarding progress, goals, and discharge planning.
• Provides in-services on training programs for other staff in the facility as needed.
• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on treatment goals, home exercise programs, maintenance programs, safety techniques, and fall prevention strategies.
• Recommend and facilitate the ordering of necessary durable medical equipment for residents to facilitate independence in mobility; i.e., splints, walkers, canes, elevated toilet seats, and grab bars.

Job description

PACS is seeking a Staff Physical Therapist Assistant to support the Staff Physical Therapist with resident care and rehabilitation planning. The role focuses on direct patient care, precise documentation, and adherence to safety and infection-control protocols.

You will collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, educate residents and families, and assist in training Restorative Aides. A PTA license in the state and CPR if required are required to practice.