Physical Therapist Assistant

St. Joseph Medical Center; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Joseph Medical Center in Kansas City, MO is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for per diem shifts in the Inpatient Rehabilitation - Physical Therapy department. The PTA supports therapists, implements treatment plans, and educates patients and families to promote recovery.

Hours are 8:00 am to 4:30 pm with two weekend days per month and a holiday rotation. Requirements include an accredited PTA program, current state PTA license, and BCLS certification at hire.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Current state Physical Therapist Assistant license.
• Current BCLS (AHA) certificate at hire and maintained.

Responsibilities

• Execute components of patient care including exercises, manual therapy, and modalities as directed by the PT.
• Instruct patients and families on exercises to continue at home and ensure understanding.
• Observe and document patient responses and progress toward goals; adjust treatments as needed.
• Collaborate with PTs and other healthcare professionals to meet patient needs.
• Maintain accurate records, schedule appointments, and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Patient safety

Manual therapy

Exercise instruction

Documentation

Education

Associate degree PTA program

Job description

Overview

A Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) plays a crucial role in healthcare by supporting physical therapists in delivering patient-centered care. PTAs work in various settings, such as hospitals, rehabilitation centers, outpatient clinics, or private practices. PTAs aid in improving patient mobility, relieving pain, and preventing or limiting permanent disabilities by executing rehabilitation programs tailored to each patient’s needs.

Department:

Inpatient Rehabilitation- Physical Therapy

Shifts Available:

Variable

Employment Type:

Per Diem (PRN)

Hours:

8:00 am to 4:30 pm, 2 weekend days a month, and a Holiday rotation

Location:

St Joseph Medical Center – Kansas City, MO

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to)

• Execute components of patient care, including exercises, manual therapy, and modalities like ultrasound or electrical stimulation, as directed by the physical therapist.
• Teach patients and their families exercises to be continued at home, ensuring understanding and compliance to promote recovery.
• Observe and document patient responses and progress toward goals, adjusting treatments as necessary and reporting back to the physical therapist.
• Work closely with physical therapists and other healthcare professionals to ensure that each patient’s specific needs are met efficiently and effectively.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive patient records, schedule appointments, and ensure compliance with all guidelines and regulations.

Qualifications

Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have:

• An Associate Degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Current state Physical Therapist Assistant license
• Current BCLS (AHA) Certificate upon hire and maintain current

Additional Qualifications That Are a Plus

• Healthcare experience preferred

Employment Status

Per Diem

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

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