Physical Therapist Assistant

Prime Healthcare; Missouri; On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical insurance benefit plan

401K

Job summary

Prime Healthcare is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) at the St Joseph Medical Center in Kansas City, MO. This role involves supporting physical therapists in delivering patient-centered care and executing rehabilitation programs. Essential duties include executing patient care components and maintaining accurate patient records.

Candidates must have an Associate Degree in Physical Therapy Assistance, a current state license, and a BCLS certificate. Join us at Prime Healthcare to make a difference in patient lives.

Qualifications

• Current state Physical Therapist Assistance license
• Current BCLS (AHA) Certificate upon hire and maintain current

Responsibilities

• Execute components of patient care including exercises, manual therapy, and modalities.
• Teach patients and their families exercises to be continued at home.
• Observe and document patient responses and progress toward goals.
• Work closely with physical therapists and other healthcare professionals.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive patient records.

Education

Associate Degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program

Job description

Overview

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

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.

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:

• Competitive compensation
• Medical insurance benefit plan
• 401K

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, scheduling appointments, and ensuring 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 Assistance license
• Current BCLS (AHA) Certificate upon hire and maintain current

Additional Qualifications That Are a Plus:

• Healthcare experience preferred

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Employment Status

Per Diem

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. The company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf