Exposure/Sensory Requirements:
Exposure to:
Chemicals: Clorazene, Virex, Germicidal wipes, Liquid paper.
Video Display Terminals: Average
Blood and Body Fluids:Overall, there is a minimal risk of exposure to blood and body fluid. Potential risk would be in the event of patient incontinence and open wounds treated in hydrotherapy. There is also some potential for risk in equipment failure such as a catheter or IV breaking.
TB or Airborne Pathogens: Very Minimal.
Sensory requirements (speech, vision, smell, hearing, touch):
Speech: Needed for communication with patients and staff.
Vision: Needed for reading and patient observation.
Smell: N/A Hearing: Needed for patient communication.
Touch: Needed for patient evaluation and treatment, writing.
Activity/Lifting Requirements:
Percentage of time during the normal workday the employee is required to:
Sit: 10%
Twist: 5%
Stand: 30%
Crawl: 0%
Walk: 30%
Kneel: 0%
Lift: 10%
Drive: 0%
Squat: 5%
Climb: 0%
Bend: 5%
Reach above shoulders: 1%
The weight required to be lifted each normal workday according to the continuum described below:
- Up to 10 lbs: Occasionally
- Up to 20 lbs: Occasionally
- Up to 35 lbs: Occasionally
- Up to 50 lbs: Occasionally
- Up to 75 lbs: Occasionally
- Up to 100 lbs: Not Required
- Over 100 lbs: Not Required
Describe and explain the lifting and carrying requirements. (Example: the distance material is carried; how high material is lifted, etc.):
Maximum consecutive time (minutes) during the normal workday for each activity:
Sit: 60
Twist:<5
Stand: 45
Crawl: <5
Walk: 30
Kneel: <5
Lift: <10
Drive: <15
Squat: <5
Climb: 0
Bend: <5
Reach above shoulders: <5
Repetitive use of hands (Frequency indicated):
Simple grasp up to 10 lbs.
Normal weight: Often
Pushing &pulling Normal weight: some
Fine Manipulation: Typing, writing.
Repetitive use of foot or feet in operating machine control:
Environmental Factors & Special Hazards:
Environmental Factors (Time Spent):
- Inside hours: 7.5
- Outside hours: .5
- Temperature: Normal Range
- Lighting: Average
- Noise levels: Average
- Humidity: Normal Range
Atmosphere:
Special Hazards: Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical: General use of exercise equipment and computers, modalities. Chemical additives for whirlpools, disinfectants.
Protective Clothing Required: Gown, gloves or mask if there is potential contact with blood or body fluid.
Pay Range
USD $28.83 - USD $37.13 /Hr
Responsibilities
- Preferred Experience
- Previous experience in a physical therapy or rehabilitation setting is preferred but not required.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
- Ability to safely assist with patient transfers, mobility tasks, and the handling of therapy equipment.
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to follow detailed treatment plans.
- Required Licensure/Education
- Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
- Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant in Illinois.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.
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