Physical Therapist Assistant Home Health

About the role

Our Promise To You Joining UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better. The position is located at 5101 Willow Springs Rd, La Grange, IL 60525.

Responsibilities

• Practices principles of employee and patient safety during daily job activities.
• Supports consumer marketing and public awareness through participation in community events, educational lectures, and other extensions of clinical expertise to the community.
• Implements individualized treatment plans based on physical therapy evaluations and through consideration of practice standards, recommended techniques, insurance guidelines, and patient needs.
• Modifies treatment plans as necessary based on ongoing assessments in consultation with physical therapist.
• Collects patient data and communicates with the physical therapists regarding discharge recommendations when maximum benefit has been achieved.
• Physical requirements: view work requirements

Qualifications

• Education: Associate's degree in Physical Therapy (required).
• Licenses and Certifications: Basic Life Support - CPR (BLS) (required) AND Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) (required) OR Physical Therapy Assistant - TEMP (PTA-TEMP) (required).

Skills

• Basic computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office, Outlook, Windows, and electronic medical records (EMR) systems.
• Ability to read, write, and speak conversational English effectively.
• Ability to communicate effectively in written, verbal, and electronic formats.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits
• Mileage reimbursement: $0.76 per mile

Pay

Pay range: $23.55 - $43.80 per hour.

Schedule

Full time, Monday–Friday, 8 am to 5 pm.