Physical Therapy Assistant - Carmi
About The Position
The Physical Therapy Assistant skillfully and independently performs standardized procedures as directed and assigned by Physical Therapist. The physical therapist assistant provides treatment intervention as ordered by the attending physician under the guidance of a Registered Physical Therapist to patients of all ages including: infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics. PTA helps maintain department statistics and paperwork; assists patients in exercise, functional activities, and applies assistive devices as directed; applies physical therapy modalities; and assists with cleaning and maintenance of equipment. The Physical Therapy Assistant is under direct supervision of the Physical Therapist.
Requirements
- Graduated from an APTA approved Physical Therapy Assistant curriculum.
- Licensed by the state of Illinois as a PTA.
- May be required to work any day of the week including holidays and weekends.
- May be required to work both inpatient and outpatient settings, with all populations.
Nice To Haves
- Preferred experience with pediatric population.
Responsibilities
- Performs standardized procedures as directed and assigned by Physical Therapist.
- Provides treatment intervention as ordered by the attending physician under the guidance of a Registered Physical Therapist to patients of all ages.
- Helps maintain department statistics and paperwork.
- Assists patients in exercise, ambulation, functional activities, and applies assistive devices as directed.
- Applies physical therapy modalities.
- Assists with cleaning and maintenance of equipment.
Benefits
- Health Insurance (Medical, dental, and vision coverage options)
- Free internal prescription program
- Employer contributions to premiums
- 457(b) plan with employer matching
- 401(a) plan for employer contributions
- Vacation days: 12 to 27 days per year based on years of service
- Sick days: 12 days per year accruing to a maximum of 65 days
- 6 observed paid holidays
- Flexible work schedules
- Employer-provided life insurance with optional additional coverage available at the employee's expense
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Employee assistance programs (EAP)
- Health Savings Accounts
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Professional development opportunities
- Scholarship and Tuition reimbursement
- Wellness programs
- Volunteer opportunities
- Productivity, retention, and referral bonuses
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
