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Renewal Rehab

Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant. Job in Lena Gr8Jobs

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A Physical Therapy Assistant assists physical therapists to help patients with disabling injuries or conditions improve their range of motion and manage their pain. Helps patients learn exercises and teaches them to use therapeutic equipment. Works in the office of a physical therapist or in a healthcare facility.

$55,887 / year median in Illinois

+16% projected growth

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Renewal Rehab is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant to provide hands-on care to seniors in skilled nursing and post-acute care settings. In this on-site role, you will deliver therapeutic exercises, gait training, and functional mobility interventions under the direction of a Physical Therapist, focusing on safety, independence, and quality of life. You'll document patient progress, collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, and support patient and family education. Join a collaborative, patient-centered culture that values integrity, respect, mentorship, and professional growth, with manageable caseloads and a strong focus on clinical excellence in senior care. Responsibilities Deliver PTA interventions under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist to senior residents in skilled nursing and post-acute settings. Assist with functional mobility, gait training, therapeutic exercise, and balance activities to improve safety and independence. Document treatments, patient progress, and responses in the EMR in accordance with regulatory and facility requirements. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team and participate in care planning to support patient-centered goals. Educate patients and families on exercises, safety strategies, and use of assistive devices to promote carryover. Contribute to a positive, respectful, and collaborative clinical environment focused on quality outcomes. Required Skills Therapeutic exercise implementation Gait training and balance activities Functional mobility training Safe patient handling and transfers Treatment documentation and EMR use Care plan implementation under PT direction Patient and family education Interdisciplinary team collaboration Vital sign monitoring and patient safety Time management and caseload prioritization