Physical Therapy Assistant

PTS offers the ability to CUSTOMIZE YOUR JOB!

ACHIEVE WORK-LIFE BALANCE! Choose from a variety of settings with flexible hours!

BUILD A PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN! Company-supported clinical specialization, residency programs and continuing education.

WORK IN AN ETHICAL ENVIRONMENT! Reasonable productivity standards, mentoring and training on ever changing rules/regs.

Let us know what your dream therapy job looks like; we will work with you to find a good fit within PTS!

Full-time applicants will be considered.

Therapist-owned company in Peoria and Belleville, IL who has been providing quality, evidence-based therapy for over 35 years. In the Southern IL-area, over 150 employees work across 20 different departments, including St. Elizabeth Hospitals. Settings include Home Health, Inpatient, Outpatient, Skilled Nursing Facilities and the Long-Term Acute Care Hospital.

Generous total compensation package:

Competitive Wages, Bonus and Incentive Plans, Mileage Reimbursement, 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

Residency and Transitional DPT programs available.

Professional license for State of Illinois is required.

Mileage Reimbursement

Must have valid Drivers License and be able to pass criminal background check and drug screen

Visit www.ptsinc.org/careers to complete an employment application.

Contact Monica at 618-234-9705

*****Job Description (Abbreviated)*****

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.

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 skill to perform the evaluation and treatment of a wide variety of conditions; and ages from neonates, pediatrics, young adults, and adults to geriatrics.
• Current certification in CPR and other service line specific competencies.

Essential Job Functions

• Perform a thorough client/patient chart review to acquire an understanding of the general health status, level of impairment, functional limitations and disability.

• Acknowledge an understanding of the implications of the diagnosis, health status, level of impairment, functional limitations and disability with regard to the client’s/patient’s physical activity level.
• Accept responsibility for the care and safety of the client/patient during treatment.

• Initiate client/patient treatment independently with/without specific instructions.

• Use treatment methods and procedures within the scope of Physical Therapy Practice Guidelines.

• Acknowledge an awareness of the treatment implications and contraindications of the client’s/patient’s

medical status and current medication level and seek clarification, as needed.

• Understand the chronicity and severity of the current problem and the possibility of multi-system, multi-site involvement or preexisting conditions.
• Consider the current level of impairment and functional limitations with regard to the client’s/patient’s

therapy goals, their living environment, potential discharge destination and social supports.

Professional Expectations:

• Follow agency and facility policies and procedures regarding professional conduct, dress code, promptness and adherence to work schedules.
• Use time efficiently and effectively, complete tasks in a timely manner and efficiently manage a caseload.

• Attend required educational offerings, such as safety, standards compliance, organizational policy, etc.
• Attend required meetings on time and actively participate in a positive manner.
• Relate effectively and professionally with the supervisor and constructively receive praise and criticism.
• Establish a professional rapport with clients/patients, family members, staff and colleagues using tact and diplomacy in difficult or stressful times.
• Take responsibility for own workload and provide assistance to others, when needed.
• Follow established chain of command when dealing with identified problems, issues or concerns.

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.
• Contribute to a positive organizational image by following the dress code, talking positively about the organization and its people, and contributing to the cleanliness of your assigned work environment.
• Strive to exceed customer expectations through responsiveness, attention to detail, and anticipating needs.

Job duties subject to revision; current, complete job description provided during orientation.

EEO - Equal Opportunity Employer

Pay: $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program

Medical Specialty:

• Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $30