Physical Therapist Assistant
Listed compensation
$27.26–$32.06 /hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
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Expected pay for this position is $27.26- $32.06/hour. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity. This is an Hourly position.
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.
Overview
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.
This primarily outpatient position includes occasional inpatient and in-hospital coverage to support patient care across multiple settings.
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.
Key Responsibilities
The Physical Therapist Assistant assists in administering treatment plans under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. They monitor patient responses to therapeutic exercises, gait training, and other treatments across outpatient and inpatient settings.
Qualifications
- Education
- Associate degree
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$62k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $62k 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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