Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

HiredFirst; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

TEEMA Solutions Group is hiring a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in Saint Joseph, Missouri. The role involves delivering therapy interventions according to a PT plan, documenting patient progress, and assisting with patient education. Candidates must be graduates of an accredited PTA program and possess an active state PTA license or the ability to obtain one. The position is full-time, requiring 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday.

Qualifications

• Active state PTA license (or ability to obtain).
• Strong communication skills with other healthcare professionals.
• Understanding of safety and infection control protocols.

Responsibilities

• Deliver therapy interventions per PT plan of care.
• Document patient progress and response to treatment.
• Assist with patient education and home exercise programs.
• Communicate patient status to supervising PT.
• Adhere to safety, infection control, and compliance standards.

Skills

Ability to follow treatment plans

Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams

Education

Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program

Job description

Hiring a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Contract: 13 weeks

Schedule: Monday – Friday

Hours: 40 hours per week

Responsibilities

• Deliver therapy interventions per PT plan of care
• Document patient progress and response to treatment
• Assist with patient education and home exercise programs
• Communicate patient status to supervising PT
• Adhere to safety, infection control, and compliance standards

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
• Active state PTA license (or ability to obtain)
• Ability to follow treatment plans and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams