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PT Assistant - Inpatient/Outpatient Rehab

HSHS · Highland, IL · $24.31–$36.47 an hour · Part time

Posted Jul 12, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a patient who wasn't progressing. What did you notice and how did you tell the supervising PT?

What they are checking: Whether they communicate patient responses clearly, which the posting names as a core duty.

This is PRN with flexible eight-hour shifts and a weekend rotation. What does your availability look like?

What they are checking: Whether their schedule truly fits the department's coverage needs.

Tell me about a time you worked with nurses or other team members to help a patient get home safely.

What they are checking: Whether they collaborate across the care team rather than working only within therapy.

What would you do

An inpatient's oxygen saturation drops while you're walking them in the hall. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they respond safely to a change in status and know when to stop and notify nursing.

A patient tells you their pain is a nine out of ten and refuses to do anything. How do you handle the session?

What they are checking: Whether they can modify treatment and stay encouraging without ignoring the patient's report.

About the work

How do you work within a PT's plan of care, and when do you bring a patient back to the therapist?

What they are checking: Whether they understand PTA scope and report changes in status instead of changing the plan on their own.

You'd split time between inpatient and outpatient. How does your approach change between the two?

What they are checking: Whether they can shift from medical stability and mobility in the hospital to function and home programs in clinic.

How do you teach a patient a home exercise program so they actually do it?

What they are checking: Whether they keep programs simple and check understanding, since adherence drives outpatient results.

How do you keep your documentation timely when you see a lot of patients in a day?

What they are checking: Whether they keep notes accurate and current, which supports billing and the PT's decisions.

How do you use gait belts, assistive devices and safe transfer techniques to protect both you and the patient?

What they are checking: Whether they put safety first, because falls and staff injuries are real risks in rehab.

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The full job description

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Pay Range: $24.31 - $36.47 A successful candidate's actual pay rate will be based on several factors including relevant experience, skills, training, certifications and education. HSHS St. Joseph's Hospital is seeking a motivated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our team. Ideal candidates are patient-focused, mission-driven individuals who provide high-quality physical therapy services under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. The Physical Therapist Assistant is responsible for implementing treatment plans, monitoring patient progress, documenting care, and communicating patient responses to the supervising Physical Therapist. The PTA serves as an educator and advocate for patients and their families, promoting safe mobility, functional independence, and overall wellness. Additional responsibilities include collaborating with the interdisciplinary care team, maintaining accurate clinical documentation, supporting therapy program goals, and participating in ongoing professional development to ensure the delivery of exceptional patient care. Would help with both inpatient and outpatient therapy services (based on therapist interest, experience, and skill set). Position Specifics: o Department: Rehabilitation Services o Core Function: Rehab/Therapy/Sleep o Schedule: PRN – Flexible; 8-hour shifts between 6:30am-7:30pm, weekend rotation of approximately one weekend per month o Facility: St. Joseph's Hospital o Location: Highland, IL o Compensation that aligns with your experience *Potential to offer more hours! For more questions regarding this position, please contact Lauren Aman at lauren.aman@hshs.org. Education Qualifications • Graduate (e.g., Associate) from an accredited program which meets the licensure requirements in the state of practice is required. Experience Qualifications • N/A Certifications, Licenses and Registrations • Licensed as a Physical Therapy Assistant in the state of practice is required. • Certified BLS or completion in the first 90 days of employment is required. • ILLINOIS: Following physical therapy philosophies and standards of care set by Illinois Physical Therapy Act and other applicable governing agencies, licensure is required within 1 year for individuals meeting all other applicable requirements. Job Description Scheduled Weekly Hours: 16 Throughout communities in Illinois and Wisconsin, 13 hospitals, numerous community-based health centers and clinics, our 13,000+ colleagues have built a culture based on our solid core values of respect, care, competence, and joy. These are the ideals we believe in, work by, and live each day. Built upon more than 145 years of service to the communities we serve, we now look to the future and our place in it as a health care system that strives to continually improve processes, procedures, and outcomes with the latest and most advanced technologies and treatments. Regardless of how far our passion for excellence carries us, our focus will always remain on the most important person in our entire organization: The patient. Benefits: HSHS provides a benefits package designed to support the overall well-being of our colleagues including their physical, emotional, financial, spiritual, and work health. Colleagues budgeted to work at least 32 hours per pay period are eligible for HSHS benefits. • Comprehensive and affordable health coverage includes medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time colleagues. • Paid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation, sick, and personal days into one balance to allow you the flexibility to use your time off as you need. • Retirement benefits including HSHS contributions. • Education Assistance benefits include up to $5,250 of educational assistance each calendar year and tuition discounts to select colleges with no waiting period. • Adoption Assistance provides financial support up to $7,500 for colleagues growing their families through adoption to reimburse application and legal fees, transportation, and more! • Other benefits include: Wellness program with incentives, employer-paid life insurance and 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! Benefits HSHS and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). HSHS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce. Notice Regarding Potential Use of Artificial Intelligence in the Hiring Process Hospital Sisters may use automated tools, including artificial intelligence or machine-learning technologies, to assist with certain administrative aspects of the recruitment process. These tools may help our recruiting team organize applications, search for resumes, identify qualifications reflected in application materials, and facilitate communications or scheduling with applicants. Information used by these tools may include materials you provide during the application process, such as your resume, work history, education, qualifications, and responses to application questions. These tools are used only to support our recruiting process. Hiring decisions are made by HSHS personnel, and automated tools do not make employment decisions on behalf of HSHS. Applicants who have questions about this notice or who require a reasonable accommodation or alternative evaluation method may contact HSHS Human Resources at Contact@hshs.org

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