Physical Therapy Assistant

Mental Health Association of Rochester; Creve Coeur (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The Mental Health Association of Rochester is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant in Creve Coeur, MO to support licensed physical therapists in delivering rehabilitative care.

You will guide patients through exercises, assist with transfers, and document progress in EMR, collaborating with nurses and physicians to promote safe, effective care and ongoing patient education for home exercise programs.

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant per state law.
• Excellent patient care and teamwork.
• Ability to follow treatment plans and assist safe interventions.
• Proficient in EMR documentation and record accuracy.
• Compassionate and committed to professional development.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans under supervision of licensed PTs.
• Guide patients through therapeutic exercises to improve strength and mobility.
• Assist with patient transfers and safe movement.
• Document patient progress in EMR.
• Collaborate with nurses, physicians, and the care team to support coordinated care.
• Educate patients and families on home exercise programs.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (state licensure)

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

supporting licensed physical therapists to deliver high-quality rehabilitative care for diverse patient populations.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement prescribed treatment plans under the supervision of licensed physical therapists
• Guide patients through therapeutic exercises and activities to improve strength, mobility, and function
• Assist with patient mobility, transfers, and safe movement to promote independence
• Document patient progress in the EMR
• Collaborate with nurses, physicians, and the broader care team to support coordinated care
• Educate patients and families on home exercise programs and ongoing self-care

Qualifications & Skills

• Current licensure/credential as a Physical Therapy Assistant (as required by law)
• Strong patient care, communication, and teamwork skills
• Ability to follow treatment plans accurately and support safe therapeutic interventions
• Proficiency with EMR documentation and clinical record accuracy
• Compassionate, patient-focused attitude with commitment to professional development