- Location
- Downtown Chicago - Northside, IL
- Type
- Part-time
- Department
- Healthcare
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- ApplyToJob
Description
Physical Therapist Assistant (Part-Time) | Home Health
Location: Downtown Chicago (Northside), Illinois - Lake View, Lincoln Park, Logan Square, and surrounding areas.
About One Home Health
One Home Health is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our growing home health team on a part-time basis. This role offers the opportunity to provide individualized care to patients in their homes while working alongside an experienced and supportive clinical team.
Key Responsibilities
As a Physical Therapist Assistant, you will:
- Deliver physical therapy treatments and educational support to patients in their homes based on the established physician-approved care plan.
- Complete required visit documentation accurately and submit records within agency timelines and compliance standards.
- Observe and report patient responses, progress, concerns, or scheduling changes to the supervising Physical Therapist and care team.
- Work collaboratively with nurses, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to support coordinated patient care.
- Participate in interdisciplinary meetings, case reviews, and care planning discussions as needed.
- Follow all safety procedures, infection prevention practices, and equipment guidelines during patient visits.
- Safeguard patient privacy and maintain confidentiality in accordance with applicable regulations.
- Adhere to agency policies and all state, federal, and professional practice requirements.
- Attend staff development programs, training sessions, and quality improvement initiatives.
- Perform other related responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
To be successful in this role, candidates should possess:
- An active Physical Therapist Assistant license in the state of employment.
- Graduation from an accredited PTA program recognized by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA).
- At least six months of experience working as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
- Strong communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills.
- A valid driver's license, dependable vehicle, and current auto insurance meeting agency and state requirements.
- The ability to travel to patient homes within the designated service area.
Why Join One Home Health?
We value our team members and offer:
- Competitive compensation
- Flexible scheduling options
- Excellent work-life balance
- Personalized one-on-one patient interactions
- Collaborative and supportive clinical leadership
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patients' lives
Skills
Patient CareCompliance
