PTA - Skilled Nursing with Growth Opportunities

Evolve Therapy Services, LLC; East Moline (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

Medical, Dental, Vision

Growth opportunities from within

Full Time Status Benefits

Job summary

Evolve Therapy Services, LLC in East Moline, IL seeks a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant to support in-house skilled nursing facility services. Under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, you will deliver therapy, perform screenings, and help plan and implement individualized treatment plans.

Qualifications include an associate degree in physical therapy and an active PTA license in Illinois; ongoing continuing education is expected.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in physical therapy from an accredited program.
• Active Physical Therapy Assistant license in state(s) of practice.
• Ongoing continuing education to maintain licensure and certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services to residents under the direct supervision of the Physical Therapist.
• Conduct screenings of residents at regular intervals to determine need for intervention/treatment.
• Assist in developing and implementing treatment plans with the Physical Therapist.
• Perform group and individual treatment focusing on strength, mobility, balance, and gait training.
• Document CMS-compliant records in NetHealth EMR as required.
• Coordinate resident schedules with therapy staff and care team.
• Educate residents, families and staff on therapy approaches and equipment use.
• Participate in Quality Assurance activities as needed.

Education

Associate's degree in Physical Therapy

Active PTA license (IL or state of practice)

Continuing education to maintain licensure

Job description

Evolve Therapy Services, LLC in East Moline, IL seeks a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant to support in-house skilled nursing facility services. Under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, you will deliver therapy, perform screenings, and help plan and implement individualized treatment plans.

Qualifications include an associate degree in physical therapy and an active PTA license in Illinois; ongoing continuing education is expected.