Physical Therapy Assistant

SOUTH COAST PHYSICAL THERAPY INC; California (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Great workplace

Career growth

Job summary

South Coast Physical Therapy, a long-established practice, is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to join the team. You will work with patients daily to guide exercises, correct posture, motivate recovery, and record progress.

You will prepare equipment and maintain a clean, safe environment. The ideal candidate provides nurturing support, collaborates with clinicians, and adheres to PT guidelines to ensure high-quality care for a loyal client base.

Qualifications

• Current state licensing for physical therapy assistant required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to create a positive, nurturing environment.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to work well and make decisions in a high-stress environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients as they exercise or practice daily functional tasks by correcting form, motivating them, and ensuring their safety.
• Review and administer individualized treatment plans for each patient.
• Maintain accurate records for all patients, their treatment, and their progress.
• Assist patients using support devices, such as a walker, cane, or wheelchair.
• Mentor and encourage patients going through major life changes, providing positive support, encouragement, and simple advice for their daily lives.
• Maintain all equipment, ensuring a clean, safe work environment.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Positive attitude

Ability under stress

Microsoft Office familiarity

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits/Perks

• Competitive Compensation
• Great Work Environment
• Career Advancement Opportunities

Job Summary

We are seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to join our team at South Coast Physical Therapy. We have been practicing for almost 40 years and have been very successful since then, we have loyal clients who stay with us for many years. As a Physical Therapy Assistant, you will be working closely with patients each day to assist them as they exercise or practice daily tasks, motivate and encourage them, and correct their posture or form as needed. You will also be recording accurate patient records, setting up all needed equipment and tools for each patient, and maintaining a clean, safe work environment. The ideal candidate works well both independently and within a team, can maintain a positive attitude to encourage patients in recovery, and has existing knowledge of physical therapy guidelines and recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients as they exercise or practice daily functional tasks by correcting form, motivating them, and ensuring their safety
• Review and administer individualized treatment plans for each patient
• Maintain accurate records for all patients, their treatment, and their progress
• Assist patients using support devices, such as a walker, cane, or wheelchair
• Mentor and encourage patients going through major life changes, providing positive support, encouragement, and simple advice for their daily lives
• Maintain all equipment, ensuring a clean, safe work environment

Qualifications

• Current state licensing for physical therapy assistance required
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to create a positive, nurturing environment
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite
• The ability to work well and make decisions in a high-stress environment