Job Description

• Provide prescribed physical therapy treatments and patient education under the direction of the supervising Physical Therapist and according to the physician-approved plan of care.
• Monitor patient progress and communicate changes in condition, treatment response, or scheduling needs to the appropriate team members.
• Maintain timely and accurate clinical records that meet agency, state, and federal documentation requirements.
• Collaborate with nurses, therapists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to promote positive patient outcomes.
• Assist with care coordination and participate in case conferences or interdisciplinary team meetings when requested.
• Follow established infection control practices, safety procedures, and equipment usage guidelines during home visits.
• Protect patient confidentiality and comply with all HIPAA and privacy standards.
• Adhere to agency protocols, regulatory requirements, and professional practice standards.
• Participate in educational programs, staff meetings, and ongoing quality improvement initiatives.
• Carry out additional duties related to patient care and agency operations as assigned.

• Current, unrestricted Physical Therapist Assistant license in the state of Illinois.
• Graduate of an accredited PTA educational program recognized by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)
• Minimum of six months of PTA experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Strong verbal communication, interpersonal, and clinical documentation skills.
• Reliable transportation with a valid driver's license and current automobile insurance.
• Ability and willingness to travel throughout the assigned coverage area to provide in-home patient care.

• Competitive pay rates
• Flexible part-time scheduling
• Healthy work-life balance
• Meaningful one-on-one interactions with patients
• Supportive clinical leadership and team collaboration
• Opportunities to make a lasting difference in the lives of patients and families