Job Summary

This position offers a $2500.00 commitment award for a 2 year commitment to external candidates.

The Physical Therapy Assistant, under the direction of a Physical Therapist, implements Physical Therapy treatment programs to facilitate patients' maximum functional level of independence. Physical Therapy services include, but are not limited to: muscle strengthening and balance exercises, gait safety awareness and endurance training, application of physical agents, neuromuscular reeducation, postural control and sensorimotor training, pain management and mobilizations.

Job Responsibilities

• Implements therapy treatment plans as designated by supervising Physical Therapist.
• Completes relevant documentation and record keeping of delivered services and non-patient documentation with consultation with other disciplines and services.
• Carries out adapted programs and activities outlined by Physical Therapist to facilitate maximum functional outcome of patient enabling them to safely return to a home/work environment.
• Consults with other internal and external team members, disciplines and services, to progress patient's rehabilitation.
• Educates and instructs patients, family members, caregivers, staff or team members on skills and techniques required for patients to attain maximum functional outcomes.
• Educates in the use and application of assistive devices, special equipment, splints and orthotics.
• Attends and participates in patient care, staff conferences and other related meetings or home/ workplace visits.
• Prepares, cleans and ensures proper working order of patient care equipment. Reports repair needs or maintenance to appropriate department per policy.
• Supervises support personnel, Rehabilitation technicians and transporters, in accordance with state and professional standards.
• Displays competency for age-specific group: newborn to geriatrics.
• Adheres to FHN policies, procedures and PRIDE Standards.
• Displays competency for the Physical Therapist Assistant role as evidenced in the annual performance appraisal following the FHN PRIDE Standards.
• Supervises students and volunteers.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Education: Associate’s Degree of Applied Science in Physical Therapy

Licensure/Certification/Registration:

• Current BLS
• Current licensure or board eligible as a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant in Illinois

Physical Requirements:

Activity

Never

Rarely

Occasionally

Frequently

Constantly

Bending/Stooping

X

Climbing

X

Keyboard Data Entry

X

Kneeling

X

Reaching

X