Physical Therapist Assistant

Select Medical • Oakbrook Terrace, IL

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About The Position

RUSH Physical Therapy is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to join its outpatient orthopedic team in Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois. The role offers a flexible schedule tailored to coverage needs and the candidate’s availability, with a focus on supporting patients as they return to athletics, work, daily life, and other activities they value.

The Physical Therapist Assistant provides patient care under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist, in accordance with the State Practice Act. The assistant implements high-quality physical therapy services for patients, caregivers, and facilities while following physical therapy principles and practices and Select Medical policies and procedures. The role also involves maintaining positive interactions with centers and patients and strengthening relationships with centers and their staff.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapist assistant program.
• Passed a national examination for PTAs certified by CAPTE.
• Valid state physical therapist assistant (PTA) license or license in process.
• CPR certification.

Nice To Haves

• Outpatient experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist, as required by the State Practice Act.
• Implement high-quality physical therapy services for patients, caregivers, and facilities with minimal supervision, following applicable physical therapy principles and practices and Select Medical policies and procedures.
• Maintain positive interactions with centers and patients, and enhance and expand client relations with centers and their staff.

Benefits

• Free in-person and online continuing education units (CEUs).
• Access to a nationwide professional support network and career-growth opportunities.
• Company matching 401(k) after 1,000 hours in a calendar year.
• Variety of team sizes, patient populations, and specialties.

What This Job Offers

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