CGH Medical Center

Physical Therapy Assistant

CGH Medical Center  •  United States (Onsite)  •  4 days ago
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Job Description

Our growth is creating great opportunities! Our team is growing and we want to hire the most talented people we can. Once you've had a chance to explore our current open positions, please apply to the one you feel best suits you! You can keep track of your progress in the selection process as well as stay updated on new positions that might interest you.

Shift

M-F varying 8-hour shifts; start time between 7 a.m. and 8 a.m.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

0.4

POSITION PURPOSE

Treatment to include, but not limited to: range of motion and mobility exercise, EMS, ultrasound, whirlpool, therapeutic heat and cold, cervical and pelvic traction, soft tissue massage, electrical nerve stimulation, progressive resistive exercise and muscle re-education, neurological facilitation and inhibition techniques, orthotic and prosthetic iontophoresis and in-home therapy.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Under direction and supervision of a PT, treats patients as ordered and reviewed by physician.

  • Educates patients, families and caregivers in treatment and expected outcomes.

  • Provides timely, personal supervision of support staff.

  • Provides In-Home services to patients as ordered.

  • Documents treatment and reports patient progress and response to PT and physician as needed.

  • Promotes profession and department through participation in in-services, health fairs, trade shows, community presentations and community service organizations.

  • Participates in the performance improvement process by identifying opportunities for improvement and taking action to improve patient care services.

  • Assists clinical instruction of PTA students through university affiliations. Supervises job shadow and high school student interns.

  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

SPECIALIZED KNOW-HOW & REQUIREMENTS:

  • Associate Degree as a Physical Therapist Assistant required.
  • Illinois Licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant required within 6 months of hire.
  • Valid Illinois Vehicle Operator’s License required.

Compensation Range

$25.27 - $37.91

Available Benefits for PRN Positions

Gift Shop Discount

CGH Day Care Discount

CGH Dietary Discount

Employee Assistance Program

CGH Pharmacy Discount

CGH Vision Center Discount

Thank you for your interest in a career at CGH Medical Center.

CGH Medical Center

About CGH Medical Center

CGH Medical Center is a progressive acute care facility located in the Rock River Valley region of Northern Illinois. Since opening in 1909, CGH has earned a strong reputation throughout the region and consistently receives high ratings for positive public awareness and patient satisfaction. CGH Medical Center is committed to meeting expanding patient needs and to providing leadership in the field of healthcare.

Inpatient services include a 36-bed medical unit, a 29-bed surgical unit, 10 birthing center suites, 6 pediatric beds, and 18 CCU/ICU/Biotelemetry beds. Outpatient services include a state-of-the-art Cath Lab and CAP accredited laboratory. Inpatient and outpatient diagnostic imaging services include a 64-ring CT scanner, nuclear medicine with SPECT scanning, ultrasound, digital mammography and high field MRI. Other departments and services include a neurology laboratory, a GI laboratory and nutritional support, pain management, pharmacy, and respiratory therapy. In addition, CGH offers an ambulatory surgical center, a Digestive Disease Center, physical and occupational therapy, a diabetic education department, a wound care center, pre-hospital paramedic level EMS, and a 24-hour trauma ready emergency department. Also, CGH clinics devoted to offering you and your family members of all ages access to high-quality healthcare that's just around the corner from wherever you live.

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
Sterling, Illinois
Year Founded
1909
Website
cghmc.com
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