PT Assistant - Inpatient/Outpatient Rehab

Hospital Sisters Health System•Highland, IL

6d•$24 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

HSHS St. Joseph's Hospital is seeking a motivated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to provide high-quality physical therapy services under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. The role supports both inpatient and outpatient therapy services, depending on the therapist’s interests, experience, and skill set. The PTA implements treatment plans, monitors patient progress, documents care, and communicates patient responses to the supervising Physical Therapist. The role also educates and advocates for patients and their families, promoting safe mobility, functional independence, and overall wellness. The PTA collaborates with the interdisciplinary care team, supports therapy program goals, and participates in ongoing professional development. This PRN position is based in Rehabilitation Services at St. Joseph's Hospital in Highland, Illinois. Shifts are eight hours, scheduled flexibly between 6:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m., with a weekend rotation of approximately one weekend per month. Scheduled weekly hours are 16, with the potential for additional hours.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited program, such as an associate program, that meets licensure requirements in the state of practice.
Licensed as a Physical Therapy Assistant in the state of practice.
Certified BLS, or completion within the first 90 days of employment.
In Illinois, licensure is required within one year for individuals meeting all other applicable requirements.

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.
Provide inpatient and outpatient therapy services as appropriate to the therapist’s interests, experience, and skill set.

Benefits

Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage for eligible colleagues.
Paid Time Off combining vacation, sick, and personal days.
Retirement benefits, including HSHS contributions.
Educational assistance of up to $5,250 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.
Identity theft coverage.
Colleague rewards and recognition program.
Discount program.