Job Details
Job Location
Commerce Towers - Dixon, IL
Position Type
Full Time
Job Shift
Days
Job Category
Rehab Services
Description
The Physical Therapist Assistant is primarily responsible for assisting the Licensed Physical Therapist in the provision of physical therapy services in various settings. The Physical Therapist Assistant performs physical therapy procedures and related tasks under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist.
Hours: Day shift with alternating weekends
80 hours bi-weekly, 8-630 four days per week

• Graduate of an accredited Allied Science Physical Therapist Assistant associate degree program.
• Current Illinois State license or eligible for licensure in the state of Illinois.

• Must maintain a current level of Physical Therapy knowledge by attending continuing education courses; reading professional journals, and participating in required departmental in-services.
• Current CPR.
• Membership in the American Physical Therapy Association is recommended.
• Required to share equally in the weekend and holiday work rotation.
• Required to work in contract physical therapy facilities and make HHC visits as requested.
• Must have dependable transportation available to make home visits and provide services in our contract facilities.
• Must be able to work effectively with staff and patients; have above average guest relations; and must be able to work overtime when needed.

At KSB, we are committed to transparency in our pay practices and publish the range of pay (minimum and maximum) for each position. Offered pay rates will be determined by education, experience, and equity with current team members. Range is $21.20 to $31.81
Qualifications
The following section contains standards of behavior for which all employees are responsible. Standards of behavior that are noted as Needs Improvement require an action plan for improvement.

1. Communication Uses the best method of communication for the issue at hand. Is a good communicator both orally and written. Responds in a timely manner to telephone calls, emails, etc. Does not speak unkindly in regards to coworkers or other departments. Keeps supervisor informed of situations within the department and the organization.
2. Professionalism - Consistently has a positive attitude and is upbeat and positive, greets others, smiles and makes eye contact. Shows a sense of ownership in all they do. Accepts change well and adapts to new situations. Goes beyond patient/customer expectations.
3. Customer Service Consistently provides competent care being efficient in tasks/resources. Focuses on improving results. Demonstrates an ongoing commitment to serving the customer as the most important part of the health care chain, providing prompt care and apologizing for delays.
4. Privacy /Confidentiality Has received training, knows and meets all job-relevant standards related to HIPAA and Security. Respects the privacy of patients and their families, coworkers, and KSB Hospital. Follows the policy for release of information.
5. Safety Has received training, know and meets all job relevant standards related to OSHA, Fire, Safety and Utilities, Security, Emergency Preparedness, etc. Complies with all safety policies using proper tools in order to provide a safe work environment. Wears ID Badge at all times. When lifting heavy items always use proper lifting techniques. Addresses Employee/Patient incidents promptly, identifies and mitigates risks, follows Hand Hygiene guidelines, medication reconciliation (if applicable), and ventilator use (if applicable) all in accordance with KSB policies.
6. Teamwork Works well with other members of his/her department to promote a team effort for the good of the department's functions. Recognizes and rewards success.
7. Required In-Services all applicable required in-services have been completed for the evaluation year.