at OSF HealthCare (Main Office) in Ottawa, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Overview
This position is for St Margaret's Health Employees Only
Expected pay for this position is $25.63 - $30.15/hour.
Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Physical Therapist Assistant, under the general supervision of a Physical Therapist, assists in administering the Physical Therapists' treatment plan. Administers and monitors patient's response to therapeutic exercises, transfer training, gait training, and other treatments in accordance with the physical therapists' treatment plan.
Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Associate's degree in Physical Therapy
Licensure/Certifications: State license as Physical Therapist Assistant
Other Licenses/Certifications: CPR certification within 90 days of hire
Other skills/knowledge: Strong written, oral and interpersonal skills to work well with others and to communicate effectively with patients, families, and other treatment team members when gathering and exchanging patient condition information Analytical ability to identify and report changes in patient's condition to a physical therapist Excellent computer skills and the ability to process detailed information in an accurate manner.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Previous experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant
Valid driver's license
OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled
Job seekers will be afforded equal opportunity regardless of their race, ethnicity, veteran status or disability status.
