PT Assistant - Aledo, IL
About The Position
At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor’s visit or a place to go when you’re in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities – that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well. MercyOne Genesis serves a 17-county bi-state region of the Quad Cities (Davenport and Bettendorf, Iowa, and Rock Island and Moline, Ill.) metropolitan area and the surrounding communities of Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois. But when it comes to clinical capabilities and quality, we exceed those geographical limits. We have earned distinction as a two-time national Top 15 Health System, and recognition for being in the top 1 percent in the nation for patient safety. Join the MercyOne Genesis family! We are looking to hire a PT Assistant! As a PT Assistant at MercyOne Genesis, you will: Provide treatment to patients within Genesis Health System in a caring, professional and efficient manner that may include inpatient, out-patient, long term, home healthcare and /or outreach services Provide treatment independently according to State practice guidelines Be responsible for assisting the therapist in reassessment Complete necessary documentation in an accurate and timely manner Supervise clinical interns in an effective and professional manner with the guidance and assistance of supervising physical therapist
Requirements
- 2 year college Physical Therapy program or equivalent experience
- Must obtain Illinois license within 6 months of hire. Failure to pass licensure exam will result in being ineligible for IL license and employment as a P.T.A.
- Basic Life Support within 6 months
Responsibilities
- Provide treatment to patients within Genesis Health System in a caring, professional and efficient manner that may include inpatient, out-patient, long term, home healthcare and /or outreach services
- Provide treatment independently according to State practice guidelines
- Be responsible for assisting the therapist in reassessment
- Complete necessary documentation in an accurate and timely manner
- Supervise clinical interns in an effective and professional manner with the guidance and assistance of supervising physical therapist
Benefits
- competitive compensation
- full benefits package
- opportunity for growth throughout the system
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
