Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Inpatient/Acute Care - PRN
About The Position
HSHS St. Joseph's Hospital is seeking a motivated Physical Therapist Assistant to provide high-quality physical therapy services under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. The PTA implements treatment plans, monitors patient progress, documents care, and communicates patient responses to the supervising Physical Therapist. The role also serves as an educator and advocate for patients and families, promoting safe mobility, functional independence, and overall wellness. Additional duties include collaborating with the interdisciplinary care team, maintaining accurate clinical documentation, supporting therapy program goals, and participating in ongoing professional development. This is a PRN, day-shift position in the Physical Therapy department. The listed schedule is 7:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. or 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.; scheduled weekly hours are listed as zero. The position is located in Springfield, Illinois. The pay range is $26.80–$40.20, with actual pay based on relevant experience, skills, training, certifications, and education.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited program, such as an associate program, that meets licensure requirements in the state of practice.
- At least 2 years of experience.
- Current state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
- Certified BLS, or completion within the first 90 days of employment.
Nice To Haves
- Board certification that meets rigorous standards of maintenance or certification.
Responsibilities
- Implement physical therapy treatment plans under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.
- Monitor patient progress and communicate patient responses to the supervising Physical Therapist.
- Document patient care and maintain accurate clinical documentation.
- Educate and advocate for patients and their families, promoting safe mobility, functional independence, and overall wellness.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team.
- Support therapy program goals.
- Participate in ongoing professional development.
Benefits
- Benefits eligibility for colleagues budgeted to work at least 32 hours per pay period.
- Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage for eligible full-time and part-time colleagues.
- Paid Time Off combining vacation, sick, and personal days.
- Retirement benefits including HSHS contributions.
- Up to $5,250 in educational assistance per calendar year and tuition discounts at select colleges, with no waiting period.
- Adoption assistance of up to $7,500.
- Wellness program with incentives.
- Employer-paid life insurance.
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
- Flexible spending accounts.
- Employee assistance program.
- ID theft coverage.
- Colleague rewards and recognition program.
- Discount program.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
