Physical Therapist Assistant - PRN

Assist with weekend and holiday coverage of our acute care department. Hours are typically 8 am to noon on Saturdays, Sundays and holidays. Current rotation is approximately every 6 weeks, but can change based on staffing.

Essential Functions

• Implements the physical therapy treatment plan in accordance to the plan of care established by the physical therapist.
• Collaborates with the physical therapist in modifying treatment as the patient's status changes.
• Applies modalities under the direction of a physical therapist.
• Provides and documents patient and family education in regard to deficits, progress toward goals and therapeutic techniques
• Shares in responsibility for maintenance of a clean and orderly department.
• May be required to provide coverage as needed throughout Advocate Health facilities in accordance with clinical competencies.

Associates Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant required. applicable state license for Physical Therapy Assistant required.BLS required per policy guidelines.

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