Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - Outpatient Therapy

Job overview

Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - Outpatient Therapy, onsite, Champaign, IL. Salary $22.40 - $37.41 per hour. Carle Health is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to implement treatment plans for patients of all ages. This role serves as a clinical resource and works under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.

What you'll do

• Follows the therapist's plan of care.
• Adjusts the treatment based on patient response and available evidence only after communicating with the evaluating therapist and documenting that communication in the daily note.
• Produces documentation in accordance with the Clinical Documentation Policy (CTSCP67).
• If applicable, completes annual education as assigned to comply with DNV Hip and Knee Replacement Program requirements.
• Follows treatment plan of care established by PT.
• Provides treatment interventions including therapeutic exercise, gait and balance training, ultrasound.
• Administers electrical stimulation treatment.
• Provides therapeutic exercise in the water (aquatic therapy).
• Completes daily documentation and charging in therapy EMR.
• Coordinates with PT on patient treatment interventions.
• Communicates with referring provider on patient progress and treatment recommendations.

What we're looking for

Education

Associate's Degree

Skills & competencies

physical therapy assistant

pta

outpatient therapy

champaign, il

carle health

full-time

rehabilitation

patient care

therapy

healthcare

About the employer

Carle Health is hiring for this role. Industry: Cut and Sew Apparel Manufacturing (except Contractors). Sector: 31.