What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist Assistant position at Chicago Chiropractic Center?
We are an integrated office that offers a combination of Physical Therapy and Regenerative Medicine, Chiropractic and Massage Therapy. We are looking for a Physical Therapist Assistant to come on staff and oversee patients in our Chicago office. Job responsibilities include treating patients for care and working with a combination of Drs and Physical Therapists to coordinate treatment plans for patients .
Responsibilities
- Implement selected components of care and interventions in a technically competent manner
- Instruct and counsel patients effectively in exercises
- Identify patient’s needs and exhibit compassion, caring, and empathy to individual differences
- Recommend options, courses of action, or modifications in selected treatments ensuring patient’s progress, safety, and comfort
- Apply the latest research related to restoring function, reducing symptoms frequency, and preventing injury
- Complete documentation to support the delivery of physical therapy services
- Perform selected data collection and obtain accurate information
- Measure performance and report on patient’s medical record
- Participate in patient status judgments
- Adhere to ethical and legal standards
- Ensure continued competence and updated field knowledge
Skills
- Proven working experience as a physical therapist assistant
- Excellent knowledge of physiology best practices and standards
- Hands-on experience with therapeutic exercises, functional training, and physical modalities
- Ability to communicate and instruct effectively
- Health care administration and documentation skills
- License to practice or relevant certification
- Associate or BS degree in PTA
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $28.00 - $32.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
Education:
- Associate (Required)
Experience:
- physical therapy: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Chicago, IL 60603: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $28 - $32