Physical Therapist Assistant - Outpatient

Select Medical; Eureka (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

PPO + HSA

Paid Time Off

Disability

Family Leave

Clinical Ladder

Orientation Program

New Grad Mentorship

Residency Programs

Continuing Education

Tuition Assistance

Student Loan Repayment

Productivity Standards

Job summary

SSM Health Physical Therapy in Eureka, MO is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to assist in implementing the therapy plan of care under the direct supervision of a licensed physical therapist. The role emphasizes teamwork with staff and providing high-quality patient care.

Qualified candidates hold a PTA degree or certification, have active state licensure or eligibility, and CPR certification. The organization offers a generous benefits package, career development opportunities, and a

Qualifications

• PTA degree or certification is required.
• Current and valid state licensure or eligibility for licensure is required.
• CPR certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Under the direct supervision of a licensed PT, assists with implementation of the therapy plan of care.
• Responsible for delegation and direction of supportive personnel to enhance patient care.
• Communicates with supervising PT regarding patient needs, assessments, and treatment plan modifications.
• Participates in education of patients, families, students, coworkers and self.
• Performs other professional duties within the scope of practice.

Skills

CPR certification

Education

Physical Therapy Assistant Degree or Certification

Job description

Overview

SSM Health Physical Therapy

Eureka, MO

Physical Therapist Assistant

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SSM Health Physical Therapy is the premier provider of comprehensive outpatient services! With a network of more than 80 outpatient physical therapy centers located throughout the St. Louis Metro area, SSM Health Physical Therapy specializes in the treatment of sports, orthopedic, hand and work-related injuries. Our team of more than 700 physical, occupational and speech therapists, along with our patient service specialists, focus on providing exceptional care and unparalleled customer service.

*We have been recognized numerous times by the St. Louis Post Dispatch as one of the "Top Workplaces" in St. Louis!*

*Generous benefits package including:

• Company matching 401(k)
• Multiple and affordable PPO benefits + HSA options
• Generous Paid Time Off + Holidays + Extended Illness Days (EID)
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Personal and Family Medical Leave
• Clinical Ladder Program
• Excellent Orientation Program
• New Grad Mentorship
• Residency Programs
• National Continuing Education courses (local and online)
• Tuition Assistance
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance
• Productivity standards that allow for high quality patient care

Responsibilities

• Under the direct supervision of a licensed PT, assists with the implementation of the therapy plan of care.
• Responsible for delegation and direction of supportive personnel for those assigned patients, in order to enhance patient care services.
• Consistently communicates with supervising PT in regard to scheduled patients to ensure identification of need for assessment and reassessment of patients, modification of treatment plans and other interventions requiring therapist direction.
• Participates in education of patients, families, students, coworkers and self.
• Performs other professional duties associated with the care of the patient, within the scope of practice.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Physical Therapy Assistant Degree or certification required.
• Current and valid state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant required.
• Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification

Additional Data

Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans