Physical Therapy Assistant (61957)

Min

USD $24.04 / Hr.

Max

USD $37.26 / Hr.

Overview

Sign-on Bonuses up to $5,000.00

As a Physical Therapist Assistant, you will be responsible for providing physical therapy treatment to patients of all ages under the direction and supervision of physical therapist. All procedures are carried out in accordance with established standards, policies, protocols and guidelines. Required 2 years schooling for approved Physical Therapy Assistant. Licensed or license pending in the State of Illinois and without previous disciplinary action in Illinois or another State. Current CPR card.

Schedule : Full Time, Days

$5,000 Sign-On Bonus

Contact me if interested at ...@mhsil.com or schedule a call with me to discuss at

Under the direction of the Physical Therapist, follows treatment program for patients of all ages.

• Maintains appointment schedules.
• Instructs patients and families in home program.
• Communicates and collaborates with evaluating therapist and others providing service.
• Implements treatment plan or care based on patient specific goals.

Advances treatment plan of care in collaboration with evaluating Physical Therapist.

Meets departmental standards and insurance guidelines for documentation of care.

Daily notes

Communicates with doctors

Recertifications

Billing

Outcome measures.

Endeavors to attain patient goals; progresses patient to appropriate level of independence.

Maintains current professional knowledge.

Attends all mandatory educational programs.

Seeks additional education that will enhance patient rehab program.

Shares knowledge with others in the department.

Seeks continuing education requirements to meet State and National licensing guidelines.

Maintains fiscal responsibility of the Department and the Hospital.

Compliant and accurate implementation of billing process.

Actively looks for ways to reduce costs.

Maintains patient / family confidentiality to comply with HIPPA regulations.

May assist in the supervision of Physical Therapy Assistant students.

Performs other duties as assigned by Director, Manager, Team Leader, and Evaluating Physical Therapist.

Serves on committees as requested.

My provide in-services and community aid.

Qualifications

Education and / or Other Requirements

Two years schooling for approved Physical Therapy Assistant. Licensed or license pending in the State of Illinois and without previous disciplinary action in Illinois or another State. Current CPR card.

Environmental Factors

This position is performed within an environment of occasional exposure to environmental variations, above-normal noise-level, and / or unpleasant substances and limited exposure to hazardous or potentially injurious elements or conditions.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Mental Demands

Responsibilities

In addition to the Essential Functions and Qualifications listed above, to perform the job successfully an individual must also possess the following General Skill Requirements.