Physical Therapist Assistant PTA - Oakbrook

Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Physical Therapist Assistant screens, treats patients/residents, documents services and communicates with families and interdisciplinary team members while facilitating optimization of patient/resident mobility and activities of daily living.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides professional Physical Therapy services.

• Completes documentation accurately and timely.

• Participates in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement initiatives.

• works efficiently and effectively while utilizing facility resources responsibly.

• Maintains adequate and up to date knowledge of Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation Services and setting specific clinical and regulatory practices.

• Complies with facility policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be a graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistat program.

• Must have one year experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant (geriatric rehabilitation setting preferred)

• Must have current license to practice as a Physical Therapist Assistant in facility-specific state

• Must have current certification in Basic Life Support.

• Reliable transportation required