Physical Therapist Assistant
Company: Calhoun Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, LLC
Location: Hardin
Posted on: August 7, 2022
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Job Description:
Calhoun Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is looking to hire a
Physical Therapist Assistant to provide patient centered physical
therapy for patients in our long-term care facility in Illinois.
Are you a passionate professional with high ethical standards? Do
you have a positive, helpful, and enthusiastic attitude and want to
join a rapidly growing skilled nursing rehabilitation team that
will appreciate what you have to offer as a Physical Therapist
Assistant? Are you looking for a well-respected and supportive
company that can offer you opportunities for professional growth?
If so, please read on. This physical therapy position offers a very
competitive hourly wage for the region commensurate with
experience. We also offer excellent benefits including medical,
dental, vision, HSA, life insurance, AD, a 401 (k) plan, generous
paid time off (PTO), optional short-term/long-term disability, flex
benefit plans, a continuing education/licensure allowance, on-site
training, a web-based training program that can be used for
continuing education, and a referral bonus program. We also offer
mentoring if desired. If this sounds like the opportunity in
long-term care that you've been looking for, apply today! Our
primary focus is on providing patients with the best possible care
by providing our employees with the high-quality education and
training needed to be leaders in the industry. Our employees have
access to the latest technology regarding therapy programs,
treatment approaches, and documentation. We are invested in the
success of each team member, providing not only exceptional pay and
benefits, but a very supportive work environment.A DAY IN THE LIFE
A PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT As a Physical Therapist Assistant at
a long-term care facility, you arrive each day happy to work for a
practice that gives you the time and support to get real results
for your patients. You love the collaborative spirit at Calhoun
Nursing and Rehab where you have ample opportunities to learn and
develop into a better therapist assistant. You use your knowledge
of developmental factors specific to adult and geriatric residents
to plan and deliver the best individualized care for each of your
patients whether challenged with orthopedic issues, neurological
diseases, or complex medical conditions. You assist the physical
therapist in providing patient centered care to meet residents'
individual treatment goals. Your attention to detail is essential
to your success, as you keep up-to-date and accurate records. And,
your collaborative skills come into play as you play an active role
on each patient's interdisciplinary team. Using your good
communication skills, you also take the time to thoroughly educate
caregivers at the skilled nursing facility on how to assist
patients with their individualized maintenance programs. After a
day of hard work, you feel great about the measurable progress you
have observed in your patients!QUALIFICATIONS FOR A PHYSICAL
THERAPIST ASSISTANTAssociates degree or higher from an accredited
physical therapy assistant programCurrent physical therapy
assistant licenseKnowledge of federal, state, and local regulations
as they pertain to long-term care, skilled nursing, and
rehabilitation facilities Are you committed to safety and
conscientious about following OSHA and other established
procedures? Do you present yourself professionally? Are you
patient-focused and always eager to learn and improve? Do you have
respect for privacy and confidentiality? Are you a self-motivated
team player? Do you have the ability to be tactful and sensitive to
the emotional needs of others? Are you a problem solver? If so,
then you might just be perfect for this Physical Therapist
position!ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR LONG-TERM CARE REHABILITATION
TEAM? If you feel that you would be right for this physical therapy
assistant position, please fill out our initial 3-minute,
mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!
Keywords: Calhoun Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, LLC, Springfield , Physical Therapist Assistant, Healthcare , Hardin, Illinois
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