On-Site PTA: Gait & Mobility Specialist (SNF)

Big Bend Woods Health Care Ctr; Valley Park (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Big Bend Woods Health Care Ctr in Valley Park, MO seeks a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for a full-time, on-site role. Under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, you will implement treatment plans, guide patients through therapeutic exercises, gait and balance training, and functional mobility activities to support recovery and independence.

You will document care, monitor progress, educate patients and caregivers on home programs, and collaborate with an

Qualifications

• Current Missouri PTA license or eligibility to obtain licensure.
• Associate degree from an accredited PTA program.
• Experience with therapeutic exercise, gait and balance training.
• Ability to document treatments and patient responses in medical records.
• CPR certification and infection control familiarity.
• Experience in hospital, skilled nursing, or long-term care settings preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out treatment plans under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.
• Perform therapeutic exercises, gait training, balance activities, and functional mobility training.
• Document patient progress and care in medical records.
• Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs and safety.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to support discharge planning and continuity of care.

Skills

Therapeutic exercise

Gait training

Balance training

Functional mobility

Interpersonal skills

Documentation

Education

Associate degree

Job description

Big Bend Woods Health Care Ctr in Valley Park, MO seeks a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for a full-time, on-site role. Under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, you will implement treatment plans, guide patients through therapeutic exercises, gait and balance training, and functional mobility activities to support recovery and independence.

You will document care, monitor progress, educate patients and caregivers on home programs, and collaborate with an