Hospital Sisters Health System·Springfield, Illinois
The PTA implements treatment plans and monitors patient progress under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. They are responsible for documenting care, promoting safe mobility, and collaborating with the interdisciplinary care team.
$25.53 - $38.29
A successful candidate's actual pay rate will be based on several factors including relevant experience, skills, training, certifications and education.
HSHS St.
Joseph's Hospital is seeking a motivated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our team.
Ideal candidates are patient-focused, mission-driven individuals who provide high-quality physical therapy services under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.
The Physical Therapist Assistant is responsible for implementing treatment plans, monitoring patient progress, documenting care, and communicating patient responses to the supervising Physical Therapist.
The PTA serves as an educator and advocate for patients and their families, promoting safe mobility, functional independence, and overall wellness.
Additional responsibilities include collaborating with the interdisciplinary care team, maintaining accurate clinical documentation, supporting therapy program goals, and participating in ongoing professional development to ensure the delivery of exceptional patient care.
Certifications, Licenses and Registrations
Current state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant required.
Certified BLS or completion in the first 90 days of employment required.
Board Certification which meets rigorous standards of maintenance or certification (Preferred).
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Throughout communities in Illinois and Wisconsin, 13 hospitals, numerous community-based health centers and clinics, our 13,000+ colleagues have built a culture based on our solid core values of respect, care, competence, and joy. These are the ideals we believe in, work by, and live each day.
Built upon more than 145 years of service to the communities we serve, we now look to the future and our place in it as a health care system that strives to continually improve processes, procedures, and outcomes with the latest and most advanced technologies and treatments.
Regardless of how far our passion for excellence carries us, our focus will always remain on the most important person in our entire organization: The patient.
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HSHS and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
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Candidates must have an associate degree from an accredited program and a current state license as a Physical Therapist Assistant. BLS certification is required, and at least 2 years of experience is preferred.
Market context
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