What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist Assistant- licensed position at Encore Healthcare Services?
Encore Village of Schaumburg is currently hiring a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant.
Full-Time Sunday through Thursday
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Full-Time Sunday through Thursday
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Attends and contributes to patient care, staffing conferences and other required meetings as a representative of physical therapy, under the direction of the physical therapist.
- Responsible for the effective and efficient delivery of rehab services; adherence to an established plan of care, department, and patient(s)' schedule, and timely documentation of services.
- Works with other members of the rehabilitation team to implement programs and activities consistent with the needs and capabilities of each patient.
- Acts as an assistant to the Physical Therapist when the Physical Therapist is performing tests, evaluations, and complex procedures.
- Instruct patients, families, and other caregivers in the skills and techniques of the physical therapy treatment program under the supervision of the Physical Therapist.
- Maintains appropriate and timely documentation for all patients treated.
- Cleans, maintains, identifies and reports the need for repair of equipment, as necessary.
- Implements a patient's individualized treatment plan as established by the primary Physical Therapist.
- Provides individualized physical therapy treatments.
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) therapy program
- Current IL State Licensure
- CPR Certified
- Excellent, verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Results-oriented with strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Proficient with therapy documentation (NetHealth)
- Must pass a medical and physical examination based on job qualifications, requirements, and duties/responsibilities.
Salary : $34 - $40