Physical Therapist Assistant - Home Care

OSF Healthcare System • Peoria, IL

6d • $29 - $34

About The Position

POSITION SUMMARY: The Physical Therapist Assistant, under the general supervision of a Physical Therapist, assists in administering the Physical Therapists' treatment plan.

Requirements

• Associate's degree in Physical Therapy
• Respective state license as Physical Therapy Assistant.
• CPR certification within 90 days of hire
• Valid Driver's License & Insurance (Home Care only)
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care appropriate to the population served.
• Strong written and oral communication skills to communicate effectively with patients and families and accurately document care in EMR.
• Communicates effectively with other treatment team members when gathering and exchanging patient condition information.
• Analytical ability to identify and report changes in patient's condition to a physical therapist.
• Excellent computer skills and the ability to process detailed information in an accurate manner.
• Experience in working with electronic medical records.

Nice To Haves

• One year experience in hospital or Home Care setting

Benefits

• OSF offers an environment that is supportive in professional development and offers paid continuing education units, tuition reimbursement for further education, and 401k with $1 per $1 match on first 5% of salary.
• Candidates with 5+ years of direct experience will receive 24 hours of Vacation and Holiday time that will be available for use beginning day 1 . This is in addition to our generous time-off benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees