Physical Therapist Assistant - Home Care

OSF HealthCare • Peru, IL

4h • Remote

About The Position

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

Responsibilities

• Assists in administering the Physical Therapists' treatment plan.

Benefits

• Comprehensive and market-competitive total rewards package
• Benefits, compensation, recognition and well-being offerings
• Focus on the whole person and engage with their current stage of life and career
• Supportive environment in professional development
• Paid continuing education units
• Tuition reimbursement for further education
• 401k with $1 per $1 match on first 5% of salary
• 24 hours of Vacation and Holiday time for candidates with 5+ years of direct experience, available for use beginning day 1
• Generous time-off benefits

What This Job Offers

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