Dynamic PTA: Resident Rehab & Education

St. Peters Post Acute in; Saint Peters (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Peters Post Acute is seeking a Staff Physical Therapist Assistant to assist the Physical Therapist with resident care and treatment goals. You will document, communicate progress to the care team, and support discharge planning.

Responsibilities include direct resident care, maintaining infection control, educating residents and families, and participating in rehab program development to improve mobility and independence.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree from an accredited PTA program.
• Proficient in computer skills and electronic documentation (Net Health, Point Click Care).
• Licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the relevant state; CPR certification as required.

Responsibilities

• Treat residents as directed by Physical Therapist.
• Complete timely, accurate and compliant documentation per facility, governmental, and third‑party payer requirements.
• Maintain a safe treatment environment by following infection control, safety, and equipment maintenance protocols.
• Communicate with supervising PT for updates to physicians, nursing staff, the interdisciplinary team, residents, and families regarding progress, goals, and discharge planning.
• Provide in-services on training programs for staff as needed.
• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on treatment goals, home exercise programs, maintenance programs, safety techniques, and fall prevention strategies.
• Assist in ordering durable medical equipment to facilitate independence in mobility.
• Contribute to quality assurance and rehabilitation program development as assigned.

Education

Associate Degree from PTA program

Tools

Net Health

Point Click Care

Job description

St. Peters Post Acute is seeking a Staff Physical Therapist Assistant to assist the Physical Therapist with resident care and treatment goals. You will document, communicate progress to the care team, and support discharge planning.

Responsibilities include direct resident care, maintaining infection control, educating residents and families, and participating in rehab program development to improve mobility and independence.