PRN Physical Therapist Assistant
Listed compensation
$36-$40/hr
The week · per this posting
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Job Description
Job Details: Job Location: Lake Forest Place - Lake Forest, IL, Position Type: PRN, Salary Range: $36.00 - $40.00Hourly, Join Our Team at Lake Forest Place in Lake Forest, IL! Are you a passionate Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) seeking a rewarding career opportunity? Look no further! Lake Forest Place in Lake Forest, IL, invites you to join our dynamic therapy team as a PRN Physical Therapist Assistant. Weekend coverage preferred.
About Us
Lake Forest Place in Lake Forest, IL, provides an idyllic working environment where you can contribute to a high standard of care within a serene and elegant setting. Lake Forest is known for its historic homes, lush parks, and charming downtown area.
The facility is surrounded by natural beauty, including the pristine Lake Michigan shoreline and the expansive Middlefork Savanna Forest Preserve.
Whether you enjoy outdoor activities like hiking and biking or prefer browsing through quaint shops and cafes, Lake Forest offers a peaceful yet engaging backdrop for both work and leisure.
Why Choose Functional Pathways: At Functional Pathways, we offer a supportive family environment, ethical care, innovation, and a strong focus on values and customer service. Join us in making a positive impact on our residents' lives!
Qualifications
Job Summary: The Physical Therapist Assistant shall implement the plan of care as established by the RPT and the physician in a professional, competent manner, upholding excellence with quality of care.
Qualifications
Associate degree in Physical Therapy Assistant program from an accredited institution. Certification and licensure requirements as established by state and national board associations. Active state license required.
Excellent organizational and time management skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Possess current working knowledge of Functional Pathways policies and procedures, clinical programs with application skills to therapy disciplines. Completion of all required screenings, certifications, and licensure.
Screening requirements may vary by location. **Please be aware this is a job summary, not an all-inclusive listing of the tasks and duties for this position.
Employment decisions and actions will be administered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, gender, disability, or any other classification protected by law.
Key Responsibilities
The Physical Therapist Assistant will implement the plan of care established by the RPT and physician. They are responsible for providing professional and competent therapy services to residents.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an associate degree in a Physical Therapy Assistant program from an accredited institution. An active state license and the ability to meet all required screenings and certifications are mandatory.
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
Physical Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 2.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$79k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $79k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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