PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT

Aurora Health and Rehabilitation; Rolla (MO); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Paid CEUs

401(k) retirement plan

PTO

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Aurora Health and Rehabilitation in Rolla, Missouri is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our in-house therapy team. The PTA will assist with treatment plans across orthopedic, neurological, short-term and long-term care caseloads under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, helping patients regain mobility and functional goals.

This full-time role offers a $5,000 sign-on bonus plus competitive hourly pay, plus benefits and opportunities for ongoing clinical

Qualifications

• Active Missouri PTA license or eligibility
• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
• Strong interpersonal skills and patient-centered approach

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering treatment plans across orthopedic, neurological, short-term rehab, and long-term care caseloads under supervision of a Physical Therapist
• Support patient mobility and functional goals
• Collaborate with in-house interdisciplinary therapy team
• Document care and track patient progress per SNF standards
• Utilize current equipment and modalities to improve outcomes

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Patient-centered care

Education

Accredited PTA program

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Full-Time & PRN | $30–$38/hr + $5,000 Sign-On Bonus

Aurora Health and Rehabilitation | Rolla, MO

Full-Time: $30–$36/hour, plus a $5,000 sign-on bonus
PRN: $35–$38/hour

Vertical Health Services is hiring Physical Therapist Assistants to join our in-house therapy team inRolla, MO. We're a locally managed, rapidly growing provider with 16 rehab facilities across Missouri - offering one consistent location, no travel between buildings, and supportive local leadership.

What You'll Do

• Assist in delivering treatment plans across a diverse caseload - orthopedic, neurological, short-term rehab, and long-term care
• Work under the direction of the supervising Physical Therapist to support patient mobility and functional goals
• Collaborate with an in-house interdisciplinary therapy team
• Document care and track patient progress in line with SNF standards
• Use current equipment and modalities

Why Work Here

• $5,000 sign-on bonus (full-time)
• One facility, zero travel between buildings
• New local leadership focused on quality and collaboration
• In-house therapy team with dynamic and supportive coworkers
• Cutting-edge equipment and modalities
• Paid CEUs and ongoing clinical training

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Flexible scheduling options
• Career development and advancement opportunities

What You'll Need

• Active Physical Therapist Assistant license in Missouri (or eligibility)
• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
• Strong interpersonal skills and a patient-centered approach

SNF experience is a plus, but new grads are encouraged to apply.

New to skilled nursing? Many PTAs here treat the same diagnoses seen in hospital settings with more time to connect with and care for each patient.

Vertical Health Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other protected characteristic.