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PTA - Home Health

Carle

Carle

Champaign, IL, USA
USD 23.79-39.73 / hour
Posted on Oct 2, 2025

PTA - Home Health

Location US-IL-Champaign
ID 2025-15117
Position Type
Full-Time
Remote
No
Shift
Day
Schedule
M-F, 40 hrs/wk 8a-4:30p
Weekend Requirements
None
Holiday Requirements
None
On-Call Requirements
None

Overview

The Home Care Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) implements plan of care as provided by the physical therapist, treating patients of all ages. Serves as a role model in delivery of professional services and as a clinical resource for staff and students. Hours may vary depending upon census and program need.

Responsibilities

Documents through comprehensive detail about patient visit, information is sufficient that following staff can determine exactly what and how care was rendered with a clear plan for the next contact.
Trains patients and/or caregivers in performance of patient care and management.
Administers prescribed physical therapy treatment programs as developed by the Physical therapist for patients to restore function, relieve pain and prevent disability, injury or loss of body part.
Anticipates and organizes delivery of patient supplies to ensure fiscal responsibility as well as ensuring patient have adequate supplies.
Completes visit notes and telephone conversations records and ensures they are transmitted in a timely manner according to policy.
Documents assessments and treatment interventions within the scope of practice and according to the plan of care and to department policy.
Educates and documents discharge planning occurring during each visit, including communication with physician, nurse, therapist, aide, patient and/or caregivers.
Participates in patient care conferences as requested.
Demonstates comprehension of and adherence to regulatory requirements and departmental policies/processes.
Assess homebound status of patients. Follow physical therapy plan of care to provide physical therapy treatment in patient's home. Communicate with patients to schedule appointment times and manage daily schedule. Assess home safety and recommend equipment to improve patient's home safety. Educate family/caregivers on recommended home exercise program. Performs wound care within the scope of practice and according to the plan of care and to the department policy.

Qualifications

Certifications: Driver's License - Secretary of State (SOS)Secretary of State (SOS); Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR); Proof of Auto Insurance - VariesVaries; Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA)American Heart Association (AHA), Education: Associate's Degree: Physical Therapy, Work Experience:

Carle Health Company Overview

Find it here.

Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. The supportive and inclusive team where you can thrive. The place where growth meets balance – and opportunities meet flexibility. Find it all at Carle Health.

Based in Urbana, IL, Carle Health is a healthcare system with nearly 16,600 team members in its eight hospitals, physician groups and a variety of healthcare businesses. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet® designations, the nation’s highest honor for nursing care. The system includes Methodist College and Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world’s first engineering-based medical school, and Health Alliance™. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information: human.resources@carle.com.

Salary Range

The compensation range for this position is $23.79per hour - $39.73per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model.



Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.

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