Physical Therapist Assistant

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Expected pay for this position is $27.26- $32.06/hour. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity. This is an Hourly position.

OSF Rehabilitation offers an environment for clinicians that is supportive in professional development and offers paid continuing education units, tuition reimbursement for further education, and 401k with $1 per $1 match on first 5% of salary.

OSF will invest in you on day 1! Candidates with 5+ years of direct experience will receive 24 hours of Vacation and Holiday time that will be available for use beginning day 1. This is in addition to our generous time-off benefits.

A unique position that will primarily work in the Henry-Stark school district(s). Which includes traveling and treating between these districts during the school year. During the summer, school breaks, and when the caseload is lower, this position will be expected to treat adults and pediatric patients on the St. Luke Medical Center campus.

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.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• Associate's degree in Physical Therapy

Licensure/Certifications:

• State license as Physical Therapist Assistant
• CPR certification within 90 days of hire​​

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.