Staff Physical Therapist AssistantChicago

Genesis Orthopedics & Sports Medicine; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching

Continuing education funds

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Flexible schedule

Life insurance

Opportunities for advancement

Paid time off

Job summary

Genesis Orthopedics & Sports Medicine is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant with 2+ years of experience to support a growing orthopedic surgery and PT practice in Chicago, IL. The role involves carrying out care delivery under the supervision of a Physical Therapist and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team.

Education requirements include an Associate degree (preferred) and a PTA license (or pending). Spanish is a preferred language.

Qualifications

• Educational: Associate degree (Preferred).
• Experience: 1 year licensed PTA (Preferred).
• License/Certification: PTA license or pending.
• Language: Spanish (Preferred).

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.
• Follow policies and regulations and maintain compliance with standards.
• Coordinate with an interdisciplinary team to assure continuity of care.
• Document patient progress and report changes to the PT and physician as applicable.
• Maintain licensure and participate in ongoing professional development.

Skills

PTA license

Spanish

Education

Associate (Preferred)

Job description

Genesis Orthopedics & Sports Medicine is looking for a talented Physical Therapy Assistant to help support, alongside our Physical Therapists, a physical therapy practice in conjunction with our thriving orthopedic surgery practice. We’re looking for an expert physical therapy assistant with 2+ years of experience.

About Genesis

At Genesis Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, our mission is to help our patients live their lives without pain and limitations. Our team of experts is dedicated to providing high-quality orthopedic care to people of all ages and backgrounds in our community and beyond. We believe that everyone deserves access to personalized, compassionate care that is tailored to their unique needs.

This role will help us expand our physical therapy practice that will serve the underserved.

As part of our commitment to continuous improvement, we are excited to announce an opportunity for a talented Physical Therapy Assistant to help us continue growing our physical therapy practice in conjunction with our thriving orthopedic surgery practice.

Job Type: Full-time (preferred), Part-time

Essential Characteristics

• The PTA will be responsible for the care delivery of patients, carried out within the scope of practice, defined by the state laws and the state Board of Physical Therapy
• Directly carries out the day-to-day patient assignments with the oversight and guidance by the Physical Therapist;
• Conducts physical therapy care within the scope of practice, as well as agency policies and regulations;
• Consistently follows company policies and procedures;
• Maintains compliance with applicable federal, state, accreditation and local standards, rules and regulations;
• Participates in personal professional growth and development;
• Participates with the interdisciplinary team to assure coordination of care and continuity of care delivery
• Reports all changes to patient findings to the Physical Therapist, as well as the physician where applicable
• Other duties as assigned

Schedule

• Monday to Friday with 2 evenings until 6:30p

Requirements

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience

• licensed PTA clinical: 1 year (Preferred)

Language

• Spanish (Preferred)

License/Certification

• Physical Therapy Assistant License or pending license (Required)

Benefits

• 401(k) with matching
• Continuing education funds
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off