Physical Therapist Assistant-Inpatient/Outpatient

OSF HealthCare • Princeton, IL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapist Assistant, under the general supervision of a Physical Therapist, assists in administering the Physical Therapists' treatment plan. Administers and monitors patient's response to therapeutic exercises, transfer training, gait training, and other treatments in accordance with the physical therapists treatment plan.

Requirements

• Associate's degree in Physical Therapy
• State license as Physical Therapist Assistant
• CPR certification within 90 days of hire
• Strong written, oral and interpersonal skills to work well with others and to communicate effectively with patients, families, and 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.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant
• Valid driver's license

Responsibilities

• Assists in administering the Physical Therapists' treatment plan.
• Administers and monitors patient's response to therapeutic exercises, transfer training, gait training, and other treatments in accordance with the physical therapists treatment plan.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

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