Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - Ortho/Sports Medicine
Company: Carle Health
Location: Champaign
Posted on: January 7, 2026
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Job Description:
Overview 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. Qualifications Education Level Field of Study
Associate's Degree Physical Therapy Assistant
Licenses/Certifications Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
- Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
(IDFPR) And Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American
Heart Association (AHA) Board Eligible/Required to successfully
complete board exam on the next available exam date. Attend and
satisfactorily complete all required continuing education regarding
the care of acute stroke patients. Responsibilities Essential
Functions Educates patients, family, caregivers, students, and
other health care providers using relevant and effective teaching
methods. Follows the therapist's plan of care. Adjusts the
treatment based on patient response and available evidence only
after communicating with the evaluating therapist and documenting
that communication in the daily note. Produces documentation in
accordance with the Clinical Documentation Policy (CTSCP67). (23)
If applicable, completes annual education as assigned to comply
with DNV Hip and Knee Replacement Program requirements. Department
Specific Job Function Follows treatment plan of care established by
PT Provides treatment interventions including therapeutic exercise,
gait and balance training, ultrasound Administers electrical
stimulation treatment Provides therapeutic exercise in the water
(aquatic therapy) Completes daily documentation and charging in
therapy EMR Coordinates with PT on patient treatment interventions
Communicates with referring provider on patient progress and
treatment recommendations About Us 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: Compensation and Benefits The compensation range for
this position is $22.4per hour - $37.41per 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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