As a Physical Therapist Assistant, you will be responsible for providing physical therapy treatment to patients of all ages under the direction and supervision of physical therapist.  All procedures are carried out in accordance with established standards, policies, protocols and guidelines. 

Overview of the Program

The Memorial Horizons Program provides students enrolled in Radiography, Surgical Technology, and Sonography degree programs with a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience, receive financial support, and secure a pathway to employment at Memorial Health after graduation. 

Eligibility Criteria

The Horizons Program is open to external candidates and current Memorial Health colleagues in the first year of their major program of study and will graduate in May 2027.  Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited allied health program that aligns with Memorial’s workforce needs, maintain the minimum required GPA and have completed all prerequisite coursework.  Applicants must complete an employment application and an interview as part of the competitive selection process.  Individuals selected for the Horizons Program must maintain satisfactory academic progress, have no active corrective actions on file, and exhibit behaviors that align with Memorial’s values to remain eligible. 

Benefits of Working While In School

Individuals who are selected for the Horizons Program will work at Memorial Health as a per diem colleague while attending school.  This allows participants to gain valuable hands-on experience, work alongside Memorial clinicians, and prepare them for their careers at Memorial after graduation.

Financial Opportunities

Individuals selected for the Horizons Program will receive a bi-weekly stipend of $1,000.00 during the second year of their program (August 2026-May 2027).  Stipends are subject to applicable taxes and deductions.  As a Memorial colleague who is working per diem while attending school, you may also be eligible for up to $5250 per calendar year in Tuition Assistance.  In addition, individuals selected for the Horizons Program will be eligible for sign-on incentives at the time of graduation.

Pathway to Employment After Graduation

Graduates of the Horizons Program will be placed in full-time roles designated by Memorial Health upon meeting all graduation and licensing requirements.  Participants must commit to working at Memorial Health for three years after graduation.

Licensure/Certification/Registry:

• Illinois eligible/licensed Physical Therapy Assistant.
• CPR certification is required.

Experience:

• Work experience preferred.

Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Universal Precautions Category I.

1. Carries out patient care program as established by the therapist to patients of all ages.

2. Performs treatment procedures safely and in accordance with American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) standards and department policies.

3. Communicates with the Physical Therapist and other team members to assure effective teamwork within the work setting.

4. Takes appropriate action when warranted by the patient’s condition.

5. Participates in patient care documentation.

6. Maintains the environment and departmental equipment in a neat, functional and safe order.

7. Maintains skills in treatment procedure through utilization of in-service and continuing education opportunities and expertise of other clinical staff personnel.

8. Demonstrates flexibility in daily scheduling of patients

9. Promotes health and safety in the work environment.

10. Actively participates in competency assessment process.

11. Performs other related work as required or requested.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job.  Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.