PHYSCIAL THERAPY ASSISTANT

Physical Therapist Assistant

Pay Rate: $24.85 - $37.28 Based on Relevant Experience

Competitive Benefits

Job Summary

This position is responsible for assessing patient/family health problems and resources, and following the Physical Therapist role in development, implementation and outcomes evaluation of a plan of care provided by the Therapy team. This position provides technical Therapist care and interventions to assigned patient populations. This position requires providing services to one or more age populations, including neonate through geriatric, in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the functional/developmental age of the individual served. This position requires full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the Mission of Blessing Hospital. It is expected that the employee demonstrate behavior consistent with the Core Values while supporting the strategic plan, goals, and direction of the Performance Improvement / Patient Safety Plan at Blessing Hospital.

Job Qualifications

Education/Training/Experience: Required: Graduate of an Accredited School of Physical Therapy Assistant Excellent Written and Verbal Communication Skills

License/Certifications/Special Requirements: Possesses Current Illinois PTA License or Letter of Authority from Department of Professional Regulation in State of Illinois.

Pay Status: Non-Exempt Hourly

EEO Statement: Blessing Health System provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Blessing Health System complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Blessing Health System expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Blessing Health System's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.