Senior Care Physical Therapy Assistant — Empower Mobility

MEP Health; Pekin (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

MEP Health in Pekin, IL seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to support senior patients in skilled nursing and post-acute care settings. You will implement treatment plans under supervision and lead therapeutic exercises to improve mobility and independence.

You'll collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, document progress accurately, and educate patients and families about therapy goals and techniques in a patient-centered environment.

Qualifications

• Compassionate approach to patient care.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.
• Ability to support mobility, function, and independence improvements.
• Experience in senior or post-acute care settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.
• Assist with patient evaluations and lead therapeutic exercises.
• Document patient progress accurately.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care.
• Educate patients and families about therapy goals and techniques.

Skills

Compassionate care

Collaboration

Communication

Mobility support

Post-acute care experience

Job description

MEP Health in Pekin, IL seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to support senior patients in skilled nursing and post-acute care settings. You will implement treatment plans under supervision and lead therapeutic exercises to improve mobility and independence.

You'll collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, document progress accurately, and educate patients and families about therapy goals and techniques in a patient-centered environment.