Outpatient Orthopedic PTA: Team-Based Care & Growth

Washington University in St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 67,709,000 - 101,667,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation up to 22 days

Health insurance

Metro U-Pass

403(b) Retirement

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant to support licensed therapists in an outpatient orthopedic setting. You will implement treatment plans, assist patients with exercises, and document care under supervision, while maintaining compliance and continuous learning.

Requirements include an Associate degree and eligibility for Missouri licensure, with BLS to be obtained within the first month of hire. Expect a 40-hour workweek in St.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required.
• Currently licensed or eligible for licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant in Missouri.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification must be obtained within one month of hire.

Responsibilities

• Implements treatment plans developed by the licensed physical therapist in a safe and effective manner.
• Collaborates with the licensed physical therapist to assess and reassess patient plans of care and progress treatment techniques.
• Completes medical record documentation accurately and timely, ensuring proper charge entry.
• Attends departmental meetings, conferences, and continuing education courses.
• Maintains infection-control policies and a safe working environment.
• Manages full patient caseload and coordinates scheduling.
• Maintains communication with supervisor regarding service needs and supplies.
• Adheres to State Practice Act and ethical conduct.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Adaptability

Caseload Management

Clinical Setting

Computer Literacy

Confidentiality

Critical Thinking

Effective Written Communication

Evidence-Based Practices

Fast-Paced Environments

Interpersonal Communication

Oral Communications

Organizing

Patient Counseling

Prioritization

Problem Solving

Professional Etiquette

Scientific Reasoning

Scientific Thinking

Teamwork

Education

Associate degree

Job description

Washington University in St. Louis seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant to support licensed therapists in an outpatient orthopedic setting. You will implement treatment plans, assist patients with exercises, and document care under supervision, while maintaining compliance and continuous learning.

Requirements include an Associate degree and eligibility for Missouri licensure, with BLS to be obtained within the first month of hire. Expect a 40-hour workweek in St.