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Physical Therapy Assistant PTA Outpatient

Department: Therapy Services - CPG_10_21
Usual Schedule: 630a-630p vary start/end times
Regions:
On Call Requirements: no
Job Category: Therapy Services
Work Location: Carle Urbana North Annex
Employment Type: Full - Time
Nursing Specialty:
Job Post ID: 44871
Secondary Job Category: Allied Health
Experience Requirements: None
Weekend Requirements: no
Education Requirements: Associates Degree
Shift: Day
Location: Urbana, IL
Holiday Requirements: no
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Job Description

JOB SUMMARY:
Sign on Bonus Available
$2,500 candidates with greater than 1yr of experience
$1,500 candidates with less than 1yr of experience  
$2,500 relocation (for greater than 50 miles)
 External Applicants Only

Implements plan of care as provided by the physical therapist, treating patients of all ages. Serves as a role model in delivery of professional services and as a clinical resource for staff and students.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Associate's Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS
Physical Therapy Asst (PTA) License Illinois or Board Eligible upon hire 
 
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
  • Board Eligible/requireduired to successfully complete board exam on the next available exam date. Attend and satisfactorily complete all required continuing education regarding the care of acute stroke patients.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  • Educates patients, family, caregivers, students, and other health care providers using relevant and effective teaching methods.
  • 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). (23)
  • 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



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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving customers throughout our communities. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal state and local ordinances. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information: human.resources@carle.com. Positions are not available for remote work in the state of Colorado.

Effective September 20, 2021, the COVID 19 vaccine is required for all new Carle Health team members. Requests for Medical or Religious exemption will be permitted.

 

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