Physical Therapist Assistant - Outpatient

Description

Location: Proctor Outpatient Therapy. The ideal candidate has the willingness to learn Lymphedema, on-the-job training included.

Are you a Physical Therapist Assistant looking for work-life balance? An ethical environment? A friendly, professional team dedicated to patient satisfaction?

We have the answer! CUSTOMIZE YOUR JOB!

ACHIEVE WORK-LIFE BALANCE! Offering a variety of settings offering flexible hours.

CREATE YOUR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN! Company-supported clinical specialization, and continuing education.

THRIVE IN AN ETHICAL ENVIRONMENT! Reasonable productivity standards, mentoring, and training on ever-changing rules/regulations.

CUSTOMIZE! Choose the setting, population, and hours to find a good fit within PTS! Part and full-time applicants will be considered. New grads welcome.

Therapist-owned company in Peoria and Belleville, IL which has been providing quality, evidence-based therapy for over 40 years. Over 375 employees work across multiple departments, including St. Elizabeth Hospital in Southern Illinois and Carle Hospitals in Central Illinois. Settings include Home Health, Inpatient, Outpatient, and Skilled Nursing Facilities.

Generous total compensation package

Competitive Wages, Bonus and Incentive Plans, Malpractice Insurance, Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Long and Short-Term Disability Plans, Life Insurance, Generous Paid-Time-Off, Continuing Education Allowance, 401k Plan with Employer Match.

Enhanced education programs

• Discounted CEUs through our Certified Education Division
• Medbridge Subscription - unlimited CEUs
• Clinical and Management Career Paths

Position Purpose

As a member of the therapy team, the Physical Therapist Assistant's primary function is to provide physical therapy treatment under the direction and supervision of the Physical Therapist.

Requirements

Qualifications
• Licensed or eligible for licensure by the State of Illinois under the Illinois Physical Therapy Practice Act.
• Member or eligible for membership in the APTA preferred.
• General knowledge and therapy skills enabling the treatment of a wide variety of conditions and ages from neonates, pediatrics, young adults, adults, and geriatrics.• Current certification in CPR and other service line-specific competencies.

Essential Job Functions
• Gather and review information prior to initiating treatment.
• Provide recommended, evidence-based treatment as established in the therapy plan of care.
• Documentation, reporting, and information dissemination.
• Determine the effectiveness of the treatment and communicate results.
Demonstrate Quality and Service Excellence
• Demonstrate behaviors that show a positive attitude, empathy, and professionalism.
• Demonstrate interpersonal skills by making customers feel welcome and respected as individuals; protecting their privacy and confidentiality.
• Work as a team player; enhance team effectiveness through team building, and taking ownership in service line/organization problem-solving and quality improvement.
• Strive to exceed customer expectations through responsiveness, attention to detail, and anticipating needs.

Job duties subject to revision; job description provided during orientation.
Must have a valid Driver's License and be able to pass a criminal background check and drug screen.

Equal Opportunity Employer.