Physical Therapist Assistant

Luxor Healthcare

St. Louis (MO)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 60,000

Full time

19 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Flexible Hour options

Advancement Opportunities

Comprehensive Benefits Package

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Job summary

Luxor Healthcare in Saint Louis, MO is seeking a Certified Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to support the Physical Therapist in implementing resident-specific treatment plans.

You will provide direct treatment, document outcomes, and participate in care plan meetings with an interdisciplinary Rehab Team to advance resident health and mobility.

This role offers a flexible shift mix (PRN, FT, PT) and opportunities for advancement within a comprehensive benefits program.

Qualifications

Must be a currently certified PTA.
Provide direct treatment to residents per plan of care.
Document treatment activities accurately and timely.

Responsibilities

Accurately record all pertinent treatment information and document need for services.
Maintain productivity and time management per daily schedule.
Attend care plan meetings for interdisciplinary collaboration.
Communicate patient response and progress with the supervising physical therapist.
Assist in program development and share best practices with Rehab Team.
Support patient outcomes and community partnership.

Skills

Direct patient care

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Certified Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant, PTA Job Description

The Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) supports the Physical Therapist in implementing resident-specific treatment plans.

PTA Responsibilities

Provides direct treatment to patients in accordance with the established plan of care developed by the supervising Physical Therapist. Is alert to detect signs and symptoms of favorable and unfavorable reactions to treatment. Reporting adverse responses to treatment immediately to the physical therapist.

Accurately and regularly record all pertinent information regarding the Physical Therapy treatment program. Accurately and timely document the need for the skilled service in each record entry.
Consistently perform at the required productivity level maintaining effective time management according to daily schedule.
Attend and contribute to patient care plan meetings for an interdisciplinary collaboration.
Communicates patient’s response to treatment and progress towards established goals with supervising physical therapist.
Active participation in program development and clinical programming. Identify best practices for Physical Therapy practice and share with Rehab Team.
Assist patients in achieving critical outcomes while acting as a trusted partner within the community.

PTA Qualifications