Physical Therapy Assistant I Outpatient Full-Time DaysEvenings

Hourly Pay Range:

Position Highlights:
Position: Physical Therapy Assistant I
Location: Chicago IL
Full Time/Part Time: Full time
Hours: (40 hours)

Required Travel: no

JOB SUMMARY
Treats and progresses patients under the direction of a physical therapist. Responsible along with licensed Physical Therapist for patient and family education as well as timely and accurate documentation and ongoing communication with physicians and other healthcare professionals

What you will do:
Carries out treatment programs as determined by a licensed Physical Therapist.
Appropriately treats patients per program as designed using therapeutic techniques and modalities.
Instructs and educates patients and families as appropriate.
Keeps timely and accurate documentation of patient progress and status per department protocol. Keeps accurate and timely records of patient charges.
Supervises technicians in patient treatment. Supervises and organizes clinical experiences for Physical Therapy Assistant students under the supervision of a senior PT and/or the PT Clinical supervisor.
Communicates with co-workers physicians other hospital personnel and outside agencies as required in the treatment of patients.

What you will need:
Education: Graduate of APTA approved Physical Therapy Assistant school.
Certification: Must have a current PTA certificate and be eligible for licensure in Illinois.
Experience: Good communication skills including good ability to speak read and understand English
Unique or Preferred Skills: A Team player; Sound judgment; patient focused work ethic.

Benefits (For full time or part time positions):
Premium pay such as shift on call holiday and more based on an employees job (For eligible positions)
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
Various Medical Dental Pet and Vision options
Tuition Reimbursement
Free Parking
Wellness Program Savings Plan
Health Savings Account Options
Retirement Options with Company Match
Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
Community Involvement Opportunities

Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality vibrant community-connected care serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25000 team members and more than 6000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals Edward (Naperville) Elmhurst Evanston Glenbrook (Glenview) Highland Park Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information visit .

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