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Physical Therapy Assistant
Location:
Rockford, IL
Description:
J ob Purpose: At OrthoIllinois our mission is to partner with our patients to help them to restore active lives. We strive to be the premier employer and provider for bone and joint treatment and to offer our patients immediate access to high-quality patient centered rehabilitative care. Our team of professionals are passionate to help their patients to gain functional independence. We support our team by providing a generous continuing education package and support for advanced certifications and training. Therapists have the bonus of surgery and physician clinic observation which once again helps us provide the best care in the area. At OrthoIllinois we host accredited CEU courses, inservices, and roundtables to facilitate staff communication and growth opportunities. Our Physical Therapist Assistants specialize in both conservative and post-surgical management of all orthopedic conditions including diagnosis such as: sports injuries, fractures, rotator cuff repairs, hip arthroscopies, total joint replacements, spine conditions, work injuries and foot and ankle diagnosis. Whether a new graduate or experienced therapist, OrthoIllinois strives to offer a learning environment that fosters growth for a therapist with less experience as well as a challenge for the more seasoned graduate. We believe encouraging a collaborative work environment as well as working closely with our exceptional physician teams sets our therapists up for success. Our therapists work as a team and openly share ideas and recommendations. This collaborative team approach along with working one on one with patients to identify their individual goals has been a formula for success and patient satisfaction. This position will practice primarily at our Roxbury location in Rockford, IL. Primary Duties and Responsibilities : Provides physical therapy services and interventions within the scope of practice of the PTA and per the IL PTA Practice Act. Services include setting up and using exercise and modality equipment for patient use, performing manual techniques on various body parts, instructing and guarding patients in using assistive devices, coordinating patient transfers, and directing patients in various physical exercise or positioning Provides patient/caregiver education regarding diagnosis, therapeutic activities, and treatment plans Administers billing for physical therapy services provided per state and federal laws and individual insurance rules Confers with support staff to assist with services and interventions being provided Performs light cleaning and sanitizing of areas used during treatment with the assistance of support staff Collaborates with other licensed therapists, PTs, and PTAs together to provide exceptional patient care Assists with ordering equipment and supplies, training new staff and students, and other clinic issues as needed or requested by management Competencies: Technical Expertise: Possesses advanced skills to administer and evaluate standardized assessments, demonstrates ability to select and oversee evidence-based interventions, interprets surgical/operative reports and diagnostic reports (i.e., MRIs, EMGs), and documents the rehabilitation process in compliance with state and federal regulations Problem Solving: Creatively address a variety of issues for patients with unique injuries or post-op presentations; analyzes data to understand root cause and solves problems with multiple variables, both predictable and unpredictable Communication: Actively listens, interprets verbal and nonverbal cues, and seeks to understand; presents information clearly both verbally and written with the goal to inform and care for patients; able to adjust presentation as needed for audience Comprehension: Understands and applies detailed instructions and factual information in oral, written and/or diagram form Planning and Organizing: Manages a high volume of tasks at one time, prioritizing workload while maintaining a high level of attention to detail Adaptability: Maintains composure in a fast-paced environment, managing changing priorities and adjusting response appropriately to achieve goals; responds to change with a positive attitude and willingness to learn new ways to accomplish work activities and objectives. Judgment: Acts with the patient's best interest making timely and informed decisions in complex situations Collaboration: Demonstrates cooperation and teamwork, working towards solutions that generally benefits all involved parties Initiative: Plans ahead for upcoming opportunities or problems and takes appropriate action; consistently goes above and beyond expectations to improve patient care and organization results. Numerical Skill: Utilizes intermediate mathematical abilities including basic math computations, percentages, ratios, averages and practical application of algebraic math Continuous Learning: Desire and drive to acquire skills necessary to perform job more effectively; attends ongoing continuing education per State licensure and specific certification guidelines to provide most current treatment trends utilizing research-based information and highest quality of care Organizational Culture: All OrthoIllinois employees focus on service by putting the mission, vision, and value statements into practice and using the guiding principles of Compassion, Respect, Trust, Integrity, Innovation, Education Fiscal Responsibility, Practice Independence, Accountability, and Empowerment to direct their interactions and decision making. Employees promote and model the service standards to create lasting impressions, extraordinary moments, exceptional on-stage experiences, and meaningful and compassionate connections. Education and Experience Requirements: Associate's degree required Outpatient clinical or rehab technician experience preferred Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant in the state of Illinois Working knowledge of Microsoft and Google Suites Familiarity with EMR and Physical Rehabilitation software Benefits available at OrthoIllinois: Company sponsored Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Company paid Life insurance and additional Voluntary Life available Company paid Long and Short Term Disability Insurance 401k with company match and profit sharing Employee Assistance Program Generous paid time off program and holidays Company paid wellness program Employee appreciation events throughout the year Discounted cell phone service and discounts with local vendors This description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions may change as needs evolve
Company:
Orthoillinois
Posted:
December 26 2023 on ApplicantPro
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Physical Therapy Assistant is a Nurse & Healthcare Physical Therapist Job at Orthoillinois located in Rockford IL. Find other listings like Physical Therapy Assistant by searching Oodle for Nurse & Healthcare Physical Therapist Jobs.
Physical Therapy Assistant is a Nurse & Healthcare Physical Therapist Job at Orthoillinois located in Rockford IL. Find other listings like Physical Therapy Assistant by searching Oodle for Nurse & Healthcare Physical Therapist Jobs.