The Physical Therapist Assistant integrates subjective and objective data to follow established treatment plans using exercise, physical agents, and manual techniques to address patient deficits. Responsibilities also include maintaining thorough records with appropriate coding and billing, and communicating with other disciplines to enhance outcomes.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited program for Physical Therapy Assistants and must be licensed as a physical therapist assistant in WI, IL, or both if required, with CPR/BLS certification needed within 90 days of hire. Some independent judgment is required based upon the scope of practice and professional standards.
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Job description
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Integrates subjective and objective data to follow an established treatment plan.
Utilizes exercise, physical agents, and manual techniques to address deficits.
Maintains a thorough record of services provided with appropriate coding and billing.
Communicates with other disciplines and referring providers to enhance outcomes.
Performs thorough and timely electronic documentation Strengths in care delivery as evidenced by peer review feedback; consistently demonstrates advanced evaluation and treatment techniques Participates actively in the PI and CQI process Assists in the orientation, training and mentoring of new partners Participates in cost saving initiatives within the department Takes an active role in the performance improvement process Maintain a high standard of patient care and provide effective communication between physical therapists, assistants and the physician group Plans and conducts lectures and training programs on physical therapy and related topics for medical staff, students and community groups.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE Graduate of an accredited program for Physical Therapy Assistants CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE Licensed as a physical therapist assistant in WI, IL or both if required CPR/BLS required within 90 days of hire LEVEL OF SUPERVISION Some independent judgement is required, based upon scope of practice and within professional standards.
PAY RANGE: $27.17 - $40.75 Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including: Medical, Dental, Vision Life & Disability Insurance FSA/HSA Options Generous, accruing paid time off Paid Parental and caregiver leave Career advancement and educational opportunities Tuition and certification reimbursement Certification Reimbursement Well-being Programs Employee Discounts On-Demand Pay Financial Education Annual recognition/awards events Partner appreciation days Family entertainment/attractions discount Community service/improvement opportunities Click here for more details regarding Mercyhealth Careers Benefit Information.
At Mercyhealth, we don’t simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better.
As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.
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Medical
Dental
Vision
Paid Time Off
On-Demand Pay
Employee Discounts
Well-being Programs
Life & Disability Insurance
Paid Parental And Caregiver Leave
Financial Education
FSA/HSA Options
Tuition And Certification Reimbursement
Annual Recognition/Awards Events
Partner Appreciation Days
Family Entertainment/Attractions Discount
Career Advancement And Educational Opportunities
Community Service/Improvement Opportunities
Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including: #1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50 One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women For over 135 years, Mercyhealth has provided high-quality health care to residents throughout northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.
We have a passion for providing comprehensive health care close to home for area residents through our six hospitals and 85 primary and specialty care locations.
As an integrated health system, you can come to us for routine health care, like annual physicals, immunizations and preventive health screenings, as well as highly specialized care, such as neonatal intensive care, heart surgery, stroke care, neurosurgery, cancer treatment and much more.
The range of Mercyhealth's specialties and the skills of our doctors, nurses and clinical staff are truly extraordinary.
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