Physical Therapist Assistant - Danville

• Job Location: Danville (LLC) - Danville, IL
• Position Type: Full Time
• Education Level: 2-Year Degree
• Salary Range: $25.63 - $35.24Hourly
• Job Shift: 1st Shift
• Job Category: Physical Therapy

Christie Clinic's Department of Physical Therapy is seeking a full-time Physical Therapist Assistant at the Riverfront in Danville from Monday-Friday 7:00am-6:00pm, with no night or weekend requirements. Duties include assisting Physical Therapist with specific physical therapy plan of care for patients. Job Qualifications and Expectations:

Job Duties

(This list may not include all of the duties assigned.) Perform treatments per Physical Therapist plan of care. Direct and assist patients in therapeutic exercise, muscle re-education, therapeutic activities, and gait training per Physical Therapist plan of care.

Administer therapeutic modalities as directed by Physical Therapist. Participate in coordination and communication of relevant patient information with the Physical Therapist and medical staff as needed. Instruct patients in proper care and use of support and exercise programs.

Chart and report on patients' progress in timely fashion and per department standards. Select most appropriate billing codes. Demonstrate understanding of insurance rules/regulations and billing practices. Prepare written documentation, as directed by the Physical Therapist.

Maintain department policies, procedures, quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control. Participate in clinical education programs. Assist with care and maintenance of department equipment and supplies. Maintain department in clean and orderly fashion. Perform related work as required.

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent Graduation of an approved School of Physical Therapist Assistants PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: None CERTIFICATE/LICENSE: License to practice as a Physical Therapist Assistant or Letter of Authorization to test per IDFPR regulations.

CPR Certification TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Demands include sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, stretching and lifting up to 75 pounds.

Other demands include the ability to use department equipment, the ability to facilitate prescribed treatment, including patient handling and the ability to communicate nature of treatment to patient and prepare provider's report.

Hearing within, or correctable to, normal range, vision correctable to 20/20 and manual dexterity for the operation of office equipment is required.

Typical Working Conditions

Work is performed in a clinical setting with possible exposure to diseases, toxic substances, radiation, medicinal preparations and other conditions common in a clinic environment. Requirements may include working irregular hours.

Pay and Benefits

The estimated pay range for this position is exclusive of fringe benefits and potential bonuses. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related criteria.

We also offer a substantial benefits package, including: Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Personal, Holiday, Birthday) Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account 401k Plan Medical Flexible Spending Account Health Insurance Identity Theft Protection Dental Insurance Malpractice/Professional Liability Coverage Vision Insurance Continuing education reimbursement Group Term Life Insurance Relocation expense reimbursement Long Term Disability Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance