ALMH - Physical Therapy Assistant In Illinois Job Details

Department: Rehab
Category: Allied Health
Schedule: Per Diem
Shift: Flexible
Hours: As Needed Coverage

Basic Function:

Provide physical therapy treatment to patients of all ages under the direction and supervision of physical therapist.  All procedures are carried out in accordance with established standards, policies, protocols and guidelines.

Specifications:  Knowledge, Training, Work Experiences:

1.       Maintains or is eligible for licensure as Physical Therapy Assistant in State of Illinois.

2.       Graduate of accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.

3.       Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

4.       Current certification in CPR.

5.       Demonstrates respect for patient rights by considering their cultural, psychosocial and spiritual values.

6.       Knowledge of  proper procedure for all physical therapy modalities, including age-specific, precautions and contra-indications.

Date posted: 08/19/2010