PT Assistant

Position Overview

Treats all assigned patients and executes on treatment plans as outlined by the plan of care. Serves as an educator for patients, families, students, co-workers, and supports self‐professional advancement. Performs other professional duties associated with patient care, development of therapy programs, and engagement and development of interdisciplinary teams.

Department: Rehabilitation Services | Schedule: Part-time/Day Shift | Facility: St. John’s Hospital | Location: Springfield, IL | Scheduled Weekly Hours: 20 | Compensation aligned with your experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Treat assigned patients and execute treatment plans as outlined in the plan of care.
• Serve as an educator for patients, families, students, and co-workers.
• Contribute to the development of therapy program services and the engagement of interdisciplinary teams.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate (e.g., Associate) from an accredited program meeting state licensure requirements.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
• Current state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
• Certified BLS or completion within the first 90 days of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Board Certification meeting rigorous standards of maintenance or certification.

Benefits & Perks

• Comprehensive and affordable health coverage including medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage for both full-time and part-time colleagues.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) which combines vacation, sick, and personal days for added flexibility.
• Retirement benefits including HSHS contributions.
• Education Assistance benefits up to $4,000 per calendar year along with tuition discounts.
• Adoption Assistance providing up to $7,500 for eligible colleagues.
• Additional benefits include a wellness program with incentives, employer-paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, ID theft coverage, colleague rewards and recognition program, discount program, and more.
• HSHS requires COVID-19 vaccines or an approved medical or religious exemption for all colleagues.