Physical Therapist Assistant-Brookfield-MO-Pay Negotiable

Talented Medical Solutions; Brookfield (MO); Sur place; USD 42 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Talented Medical Solutions is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to provide supervised PT-based treatments across outpatient and other clinical settings. The role supports plan implementation and patient goals in coordination with the rehabilitation team.

The PTA will educate patients, document progress, and ensure safety, privacy, and quality care while collaborating with nurses and physicians. Missouri-based facility with diverse care environments.

Qualifications

• Must have an associate degree in PTA from an accredited program.
• Current PTA license in the state of practice.
• BLS certification preferred or required per facility.
• Experience preferred in outpatient orthopedics, SNF, rehab, or home health.
• Experience with EMR systems preferred.

Responsabilités

• Provide PTA treatments under supervision of a licensed PT.
• Implement treatment plans established by the supervising PT.
• Help patients improve mobility, strength, balance, and endurance.
• Instruct patients in exercises, gait training, transfers, and devices.
• Document treatment sessions, progress, goals, and observations.
• Educate patients and caregivers on plans and home programs.
• Maintain patient safety and HIPAA compliance.
• Prepare treatment areas and maintain equipment.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, nurses, and staff.
• Participate in QA activities, meetings, and staff development.
• May provide services in multiple settings as needed.

Connaissances

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Patient education

Formation

Associate Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Current PTA license

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Description du poste

Job Title: Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Job Summary

Provides physical therapy treatment and interventions under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist (PT). Assists in implementing individualized treatment plans designed to restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, prevent disability, and promote overall patient wellness. Collaborates with the rehabilitation team to deliver high‑quality patient care across various clinical settings, including outpatient, inpatient, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, home health, and other healthcare environments.

Requirements

Education

Associate Degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program.

Licensure/Certification

Current Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license in the state of practice.

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred or required according to facility policy.

Experience

Previous Physical Therapist Assistant experience preferred.

Experience in outpatient orthopedics, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, home health, acute care, or other therapy settings preferred.

Experience with electronic medical record (EMR) systems preferred.

Essential Functions

• Provide physical therapy treatments under the supervision and direction of a licensed Physical Therapist.
• Implement individualized treatment plans established by the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Assist patients in improving mobility, strength, balance, coordination, flexibility, endurance, and functional independence.
• Instruct and supervise patients in therapeutic exercises, functional activities, gait training, transfer training, and use of assistive devices.
• Monitor patient progress and report changes in condition or treatment response to the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Accurately document treatment sessions, patient progress, goals, and clinical observations in accordance with facility policies and regulatory standards.
• Educate patients and caregivers regarding treatment plans, home exercise programs, injury prevention, and safe mobility techniques.
• Maintain patient safety while providing therapy services and adhere to infection prevention, HIPAA, and facility policies.
• Prepare treatment areas, maintain therapy equipment, and ensure a clean, organized, and safe rehabilitation environment.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, nurses, and other members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team to coordinate patient care.
• Participate in quality improvement activities, continuing education, departmental meetings, and staff development as assigned.
• May provide therapy services in outpatient, inpatient, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, home health, or other clinical settings based on facility needs and within the scope of practice.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.