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Posted: 15-Nov-25
Location: Chicago, Illinois
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Internal Number: 00135845
PLEASE BE ADVISED that this This job posting is ONLY for Agency Contract Workers who are currently working at CCH. You will be eligible for the position, location, department, and shift in which you are currently placed.
Please note that external applicants or individuals not currently under contract at CCH are not eligible for this opportunity.
By applying, you acknowledge that your application will be considered solely based on your current contract placement at CCH.
LOCATION: Stroger Hospital - John H. Stroger Hospital - 1901 West Polk Street, Chicago, IL
SHIFT: CURRENT SHIFT BEING WORKED AS AGENCY STAFF/CONTRACTED EMPLOYEE
JOB SUMMARY SEIU 73
Under direct supervision of a Physical Therapist (PT), the Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) provides physical therapy treatments to patients at Cook County Health & Hospitals (CCHHS). The Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) follows the treatment plan designed by the supervising therapist and reports the patient's response to treatment including any unusual occurrences. Documents all patients' treatment interventions. Assists in routine maintenance of therapy equipment and the therapy area Performs other duties as required.
Typical Duties
- 100% patient care providing treatment interventions under the supervision of a therapist
- Administers treatment procedures as delegated by the therapist; communicates with the supervising therapist and the patient regarding the treatment that will be administered
- Assesses response to treatment and works with delegating therapist appropriately; reports patient's response to treatment, and any unusual occurrences to delegating therapist
- Writes progress notes
- Keeps statistical data, as required
- Performs patient billing, as required
- Assists in routine maintenance of department equipment
- Completes ongoing hospital and department competencies as relevant
- Reports equipment malfunction and other environmental problems to maintain safety standards.
- Treats in and outpatients as assigned including all specialty areas and communicates and works with the patient care team members
- Maintains patient confidentiality
- Demonstrates consideration and sensitivity to ethical issues
- Communicates to a variety of people inside and outside the hospital in relationship to patient care within hospital guidelines
- Supervises PTA students and assists therapist with PT student oversight when appropriate
- Performs patient education and exercise programs in an individual and group setting
- Complies with department, hospital and regulatory agency requirements, procedures, and policies.
- Assists with durable medical equipment performing stock, inventory, and ordering of supplies based on departmental and patient needs
Minimum Qualifications
- Current State of Illinois Physical Therapist Assistant License(Must provide proof at time of Interview)
- Must have a current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Associates or American Red Cross(Must provide proof at time of Interview)
Preferred Qualifications
- Level 1 Trauma/Medical Center experience as a student or assistant
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics
- Knowledge of current principles and practice of physical therapy
- Possesses the knowledge of and recognizes the unique behaviors and needs of a variety of patient age groups (Neonate/Infant, Child, Adolescent, Adult, Geriatric)
- Ability to prepare precise technical records and reports
- Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of individuals
- Ability to physically assist with lifting and moving (i.e., transfers, gait training, bed mobility) persons of widely varying sizes and abilities repeatedly throughout the day
- Ability to work with patients with cognitive and behavioral disorders
- Ability to integrate knowledge into evaluation, care planning and treatment that incorporates age-appropriate responses to the physical and psychosocial needs of each patient
- Ability to maintain the confidentiality of patient related materials in compliance with HIPAA requirements
Physical and Environmental Demands
This position is functioning within a healthcare environment. The incumbent is responsible for adherence to all hospital and department specific safety requirements. This includes but is not limited to the following policies and procedures: complying with Personal Protective Equipment requirements, hand washing and sanitizing practices, complying with department specific engineering and work practice controls and any other work area safety precautions as specified by hospital wide policy and departmental procedures.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the personnel so classified.
For purposes of the American with Disabilities Act, "Typical Duties" are essential job functions.
BENEFITS PACKAGE
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- Basic Term Life Insurance
- Pension Plan
- Deferred Compensation Program
- Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
- You may also qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
For further information on our excellent benefits package, please click on the following link: http://www.cookcountyrisk.com/
VETERAN PREFERENCE
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When applying for employment with the Cook County Health & Hospitals System, preference is given to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for not less than 6 months of continuous service
- To take advantage of this preference a Veteran must:
- Meet the minimum qualifications for the position.
- Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application by answering yes to the question by answering yes to the question, "Are you a Military Veteran?"
- Attach a copy of their DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22 (Notice of Separation at time of application filing. Please note: If you have multiple DD214s, 215s, or NGB 22S, Please submit the one with the latest date. Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of the military separation from either the Department of Transportation (Before 9/11) or the Department of Homeland Security (After 9/11). Discharge papers must list and Honorable Discharge Status. Discharge papers not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable
OR
A copy of a valid State ID Card or Driver's License which identifies the holder of the ID as a Veteran, may also be attached to the application at time of filing.
If items are not attached, you will not be eligible for Veteran Preference
VETERANS MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS OR APPLICABLE STATE ID CARD OR DRIVER'S LICENSE AT TIME OF INTERVIEW
MUST MEET REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF APPLICATION
*Degrees awarded outside the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States' territories and Canada must be credentialed by an approved U.S. credential evaluation service belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). Original credentialing documents must be presented at time of interview.
*Please note all offers of Employment are contingent upon the following conditions: satisfactory professional & employment references, healthcare and criminal background checks, appropriate licensure/certifications and the successful completion of a physical and pre-employment drug screen.
*CCHHS is strictly prohibited from conditioning, basing or knowingly prejudicing or affecting any term or aspect of County employment or hiring upon or because of any political reason or factor.
COOK COUNTY HEALTH AND HOSPITALS SYSTEM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER