Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Lifepoint Health • Joliet, IL

11d • $27 - $37

About The Position

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is hiring a Physical Therapy Assistant at Saint Joseph Medical Center. The PTA implements treatment plans developed by a supervising therapist, monitors patient responses, communicates progress and potential goal revisions to the physical therapist, documents services and patient progress, and educates patients and caregivers about patient deficits. The role also assists with discharge planning and provides information about adaptive equipment and community support programs.

The rehabilitation unit works closely with two physiatrists and is supported by a large group of Clinical Liaisons. The unit is CARF accredited, and the hospital has comprehensive stroke accreditation through DNV. The team works with acute care physicians on a wide range of complex cases.

Requirements

• Current state licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant.
• Current BLS/CPR.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in the care of patients.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans developed by the supervising therapist using appropriate modalities and seek consultation as necessary.
• Monitor patients’ responses to treatment plans.
• Regularly communicate patient progress and possible goal revisions to the physical therapist.
• Document services provided and patient responses and progress.
• Educate patients and their families or caregivers about patient deficits.
• Assist with patient discharge planning.
• Provide information about the appropriate selection and use of adaptive equipment and community support programs.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance.
• Loan assistance.
• 401(k) retirement package with company match.
• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs, including free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs.
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed