Physical Therapist (PT) Assistant I

Hospital Sisters Health System • Decatur, IL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Hospital Sisters Health System is seeking a Physical Therapist (PT) Assistant to join our team! Treats all assigned patients and executes on treatment plan as outlined by plan of care. Serves as an educator for patients, families, students, co-workers and self-professional advancement. Performs other professional duties associated with the care of patient, development of therapy program services, and engagement and development of interdisciplinary teams.

Requirements

• Graduate (e.g., Associate) from an accredited program which meets the licensure requirements in the state of practice is required.
• Licensed as a Physical Therapy Assistant in the state of practice is required.
• Certified BLS or completion in the first 90 days of employment is required.
• ILLINOIS: Following physical therapy philosophies and standards of care set by Illinois Physical Therapy Act and other applicable governing agencies, licensure is required within 1 year for individuals meeting all other applicable requirements.

Responsibilities

• Treats all assigned patients and executes on treatment plan as outlined by plan of care.
• Serves as an educator for patients, families, students, co-workers and self-professional advancement.
• Performs other professional duties associated with the care of patient, development of therapy program services, and engagement and development of interdisciplinary teams.

Benefits

• Comprehensive and affordable health coverage includes medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time colleagues.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation, sick, and personal days into one balance to allow you the flexibility to use your time off as you need.
• Retirement benefits including HSHS contributions.
• Education Assistance benefits include up to $5,250 of educational assistance each calendar year and tuition discounts to select colleges with no waiting period.
• Adoption Assistance provides financial support up to $7,500 for colleagues growing their families through adoption to reimburse application and legal fees, transportation, and more!
• Wellness program with incentives
• employer-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage
• flexible spending accounts
• employee assistance program
• ID theft coverage
• colleague rewards and recognition program
• discount program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree