Physical Therapy Assistant

Fairview Hospital / Cleveland Clinic; Creve Coeur (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairview Hospital / Cleveland Clinic seeks a Credentialed Physical Therapy Assistant to support licensed therapists in delivering high-quality rehabilitative care to diverse patients in Creve Coeur, MO. You will assist with prescribed treatment plans and help patients perform therapeutic exercises.

In this role, you will document progress in the EMR, coordinate with nurses and physicians, and educate patients and families on home programs. A compassionate, team-oriented approach is essential.

Qualifications

• Credentialed/qualified Physical Therapy Assistant to support PTs under supervision.
• Strong patient interaction skills with a compassionate, team-oriented approach.
• Ability to assist with mobility and transfers safely.
• Good documentation skills and comfort using an EMR.
• Effective communication skills for patient and family education.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing prescribed physical therapy treatment plans.
• Guide patients through therapeutic exercises and support safe technique.
• Help with mobility, transfers, and functional restoration to improve independence.
• Document patient progress accurately in the EMR.
• Collaborate with nurses and physicians to support coordinated patient care.
• Educate patients and families on home exercise or rehabilitation programs.

Skills

Patient interaction

Team-oriented

Mobility & transfers

Documentation

Communication

Education

PTA credential

Tools

EMR

Job description

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

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing prescribed physical therapy treatment plans.
• Guide patients through therapeutic exercises and support safe technique.
• Help with mobility, transfers, and functional restoration to improve independence.
• Document patient progress accurately in the EMR.
• Collaborate with nurses and physicians to support coordinated patient care.
• Educate patients and families on home exercise or rehabilitation programs.

Qualifications & Skills

• Credentialed/qualified Physical Therapy Assistant to support PTs under appropriate supervision.
• Strong patient interaction skills with a compassionate, team-oriented approach.
• Ability to assist with mobility and transfers safely.
• Good documentation skills and comfort using an EMR.
• Effective communication skills for patient and family education.