Physical Therapist Assistant (72545)

## Description

**Centurion is proud to be the provider of comprehensive healthcare services to the Illinois Department of Corrections*.***We are currently seeking a full-time**Physical Therapy Assistant**to join our team at **Lawrence Correctional Center**located in**Sumner, Illinois.**

**Salary $30/hr**

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The **Physical Therapy Assistant**reports to the Physical Therapist. This person will promote and maintain health by providing physical therapy services within a team approach, providing quality care in a secure setting. Under the supervision of the Physical Therapist, this person will implement care plans for incarcerated individuals for rehabilitation. Additionally, this person will help mentally and/or physically impaired individuals with tasks to restore, reinforce, and enhance their performance.

## Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program
• Current/Active Physical Therapy Assistant license in Illinois
• At least one year of experience working as a Physical Therapy Assistant preferred
• Experience working in corrections/ behavioral health preferred
• Must be appropriately and actively certified in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)/ BLS
• Ability to obtain a security clearance, to include drug screen and criminal background check

Shift: Evening; FT 3p-7p Mon-Fri