Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
La Bella Alton
3490 Humbert Road
Alton, IL 62002
Position Summary
La Bella Alton is seeking a compassionate, motivated, and dependable Full-Time Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our healthcare team. The Physical Therapist Assistant will work under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to provide high-quality therapeutic services designed to improve residents' mobility, strength, balance, independence, and overall quality of life.
The ideal candidate is a team-oriented professional who enjoys working with older adults and is committed to providing respectful, individualized, and compassionate care.
Essential Responsibilities
- Provide physical therapy treatments and therapeutic interventions under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.
- Assist residents with exercises, mobility training, strengthening, balance, coordination, and functional activities.
- Implement treatment plans developed by the Physical Therapist.
- Monitor residents' responses to treatment and communicate changes or concerns to the Physical Therapist and appropriate members of the healthcare team.
- Assist residents with transfers, ambulation, positioning, and use of adaptive or therapeutic equipment as appropriate.
- Document treatments, progress, and resident responses accurately and in a timely manner.
- Maintain compliance with facility policies, professional standards, and applicable state and federal regulations.
- Collaborate with nursing, therapy, and other interdisciplinary team members to support resident-centered care.
- Educate residents and caregivers on appropriate exercises, mobility techniques, and safety practices as directed by the Physical Therapist.
- Promote resident dignity, privacy, safety, and independence at all times.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe therapy environment.
- Participate in care planning and other meetings as requested.
Qualifications
- Current Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license in the State of Illinois.
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
- Current CPR/BLS certification, or ability to obtain as required.
- Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team.
- Compassionate and patient-centered approach to resident care.
- Ability to safely assist residents with mobility, transfers, and therapeutic activities.
- Previous experience in a skilled nursing, senior living, rehabilitation, or geriatric setting is preferred but not required.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, and move throughout the facility for extended periods.
- Ability to safely assist residents with transfers and mobility.
- Ability to lift, push, and pull as required to perform essential job functions, consistent with facility safety policies.
- Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, and healthcare professionals.
What We Offer
- Full-time employment
- Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in residents' lives
- Collaborative and supportive healthcare environment
- Professional growth and development opportunities
- Competitive compensation and benefits, based on qualifications and employment status
Equal Opportunity Statement
La Bella Alton is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and maintaining a workplace that values diversity, inclusion, respect, and professionalism.
Pay: $30.00 - $38.00 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
