Physical Therapist Assistant
US-IL-ROCKFORD
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Req #: 96833
Type: Full Time
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Overview: Our inpatient multidisciplinary team at Saint Anthony Medical Center in Rockford evaluates and treats a comprehensive range of acute care diagnoses and patient populations (primarily adult) for an 11 county region in the north central and northwest regions of Illinois. We are a 254 bed hospital located in the near east side of Rockford. Rockford is often referred to as "Big Town, Little City" and we have a great community atmosphere both in our city and within our OSF family. Our team consists of 10 PT's, 2 PTA's, 5 OT's, 2 SLP's and 6 Rehab Techs. We serve many patients under the banner of our Level 1 Trauma Center, Burn Center, Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center, Chest Pain Center and our Disease Specific designation as a Total Joint Center of Excellence. We have an evidence-based and team approach to the care we provide and work collaboratively with each other and our specialty teams within the hospital. 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. 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. Qualifications: 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.
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