Physical Therapist Assistant - Park Ridge, IL

FOX Rehabilitation•Park Ridge, IL

3d•$22 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

FOX Rehabilitation is hiring licensed Physical Therapist Assistants to provide hands-on care to older adults in Park Ridge, Illinois, and surrounding communities. Using FOX’s Geriatric House Calls™ model, PTAs deliver care in patients’ homes and senior living communities. Working with a supervising Physical Therapist, the PTA carries out individualized treatment plans and helps patients rebuild strength, mobility, confidence, and independence. The role offers one-on-one patient care within a supportive, interdisciplinary team that includes Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech-Language Pathologists, and Fitness Specialists. FOX describes built-in mentorship, opportunities to develop clinical skills and advance a career, and the ability to build a schedule and lasting patient relationships. Multiple employment pathways are offered, including full-time, part-time, and PRN/FOX Flex roles. Eligible roles may include benefits.

Requirements

Valid Physical Therapist Assistant license in the state(s) of practice, or eligibility to obtain one.
Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
Current CPR certification.
Basic computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Ability to meet the physical demands of in-home and community-based care, including lifting, patient transfers and bed mobility, CPR, extensive walking, and other listed physical activities.
Ability to drive to patient homes and senior living communities.

Responsibilities

Deliver individualized treatment plans established by the supervising Physical Therapist, adjusting activities based on patient response and progress.
Instruct, motivate, and safeguard patients during therapeutic exercises and functional activities, observing and tracking their progress.
Document visits accurately and on time in FOX’s EMR system, in accordance with FOX’s Clinical Documentation standards.
Stay connected with patients, POAs, and community referral sources, and help coordinate coverage when needed.
Work as part of an interdisciplinary care team alongside Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech-Language Pathologists, and Fitness Specialists.
Drive to patient homes and senior living communities to provide care.