Why Choose the Burgess Square?

· Burgess Square is rated #1 of 1500 skilled nursing facilities in Illinois by Newsweek.
· Health, Dental, Life, and Vision insurance plans are active the 1st day of the month following the 30th day of employment.
· Life Insurance offered at no cost.
· Burgess Square is a 5 Star rated facility by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid.
· AHCA Gold Award Winner Achievement September 2020
· 10 days paid vacation after one year of employment.
· Sick leave
· 401 K plan after 1 year of service
· Annual appraisal and merit increase based on performance.
· Independently owned and operated.
Tuition Assistance & Reimbursement Program

JOB SUMMARY

The Physical Therapy Assistant is a technical health care worker who is a graduate of a program accredited by an agency who performs selected physical therapy procedures and related tasks under the direction and supervision of a Physical Therapist.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Below are the roles and responsibilities that the Physical Therapy Assistant is expected to fulfill to help facilitate quality, patient-centered care in the facility:

• Apply physical therapy procedures to patients through the use of therapeutic exercise, mechanical traction, therapeutic massage, compression, heat, cold, ultraviolet, water, and electricity.
• Manage the measurement and adjustment of crutches, canes, walkers, and wheelchairs and instruction in their use and care.
• Provide instruction, motivation, and assistance to patients and others in improving pulmonary function, learning and improving functional activities such as pre-ambulation, transfer, ambulation, and daily living activities; and the use and care of orthotics, prostheses, and supportive devices.
• Performance, without interpretation, of selected measurement procedures such as range of motion, gross strength of muscle groups, length of body parts, and vital signs.
• Provide accurate updates on the patient’s progress in therapy to the interdisciplinary team.
• Modify treatment procedures as indicated by patient response and within the limits specified in the plan of care, and reporting orally or in writing to the physical therapist.
• Communicate with members of physical therapy staff and other health team members, individually and/or in conference, to provide patient information.
• Identify individualized expected outcomes with client, family and other healthcare providers’ participation.
• Responsible for patients’ appropriate, continuous and uninterrupted care by coordinating services, discharge planning and caregiver training.
• Inform nursing department of any changes in patient’s medical condition.
• Closely monitor patient pain during therapy and communicate to the nursing department and/or physician regarding effective pain management.
• Demonstrate competence in the clinical knowledge, skills and technology utilized in patient care as appropriate.
• Deliver care in a non-judgmental and non-discriminatory manner that is sensitive to patient diversity, while preserving and protecting client autonomy, dignity and rights.
• Acquires and continually enhances knowledge in current physical therapy practice to benefit patient care.
• Contributes to the professional development of peers, colleagues, co-workers, interdisciplinary team members, and others as appropriate.
• Establish rapport with patients to encourage participation in therapy program.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program
• Licensed in the State of Illinois as outlined in the Illinois Therapy Act.
• Minimum one year of experience working in a long-term care facility.
• Strong communication, organizations, and leadership skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work both independently and in collaboration with others.

Job Type: Full-Time or Part Time

Pay: $ 28.00 - 33.00 / hr

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $28.00 - $33.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Weekends as needed

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (Required)

Work Location: In person