Description:
Join us at the Nexus of care and compassion.
Physical Therapist Assistant Benefits:
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Low-Cost Medical, Dental, Vision, and Voluntary Benefits coverage
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401K Plan
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Employee rewards program
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Paid Vacation
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Paid Sick Time
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Paid Holidays
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Tuition Reimbursement Program
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Weekly & Monthly Employee Appreciation Events
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Birthday & Anniversary Celebrations
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Growth from within
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Team-oriented work environment
Physical Therapist Assistant Responsibilities:
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Administering medically prescribed physical therapy treatments to relieve pain, improve or restore function, and promote healing.
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Provides skilled physical therapy services/interventions in accordance with physician orders under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.
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Responds to requests for service by relaying information and referrals to Physical Therapist.
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Implements and modifies the patient’s physical therapy plan of treatment with PT supervision.
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Measures & records patient’s motor function, strength, and muscle performance.
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Monitor patient response to treatment intervention and modify treatment approach and directive as clinically appropriate with IDT collaboration.
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Provide clinical support and education to patients, family members, and caregivers.
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Ensure documentation is completed thoroughly and timely and complies with all company and state/federal regulatory requirements.
Requirements:
Physical Therapist Assistant Qualifications:
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Active/Valid Illinois license as Physical Therapy Assistant
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SNF/Long term care experience preferred.
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Current knowledge of treatment practices.
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Knowledge of Net Health Electronic Documentation System preferred.
