Physical Therapy Assistant (5k Sign-on Bonus!)

Excelsia AMM; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

A healthcare management company is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in St. Louis, MO. The ideal candidate will possess strong orthopedic and manual skills and must have graduated from an APTA accredited program with a current license to practice. Responsibilities include treating patients under supervision, performing therapy procedures, and administering treatments. This role emphasizes patient-centered care, ensuring high-quality rehabilitation outcomes.

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from a APTA accredited therapy assistant program.
• Eligible for State Board Examination, must pass licensing exam.
• Maintain all requirements of State licensure.

Responsibilities

• Treat patients under the direction of a Physical Therapist.
• Perform therapy procedures and related tasks as delegated.
• Administer treatment with therapeutic exercises and devices.
• Make minor modifications to treatment plans within the plan of care.
• Assist the PT with evaluations and document treatment progress.
• Supervise and interpret referrals only within licensure scope; avoid major plan changes.

Skills

Orthopedic skills

Manual therapy skills

Collaboration

Self-motivation

Organization

Education

Associate's degree from APTA accredited program

Associate's degree in PTA

Job description

Frontenac
10333 Clayton Rd
Saint Louis, MO 63131, USA

Excelsia Injury Care provides management services to a network of healthcare companies, supporting them in delivering comprehensive rehabilitation, diagnostic, surgical, and pain management services for individuals affected by post‑traumatic neuro‑musculoskeletal injuries. With 95 locations across Idaho, Illinois, Maryland, Missouri, Nevada, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Utah, and Virginia, we ensure accessible, high‑quality care tailored to each patient’s unique needs. Our providers are leaders in personal injury and workers’ compensation care, with a proven track record of helping patients recover and reach their maximum recovery potential.

Our mission is to restore quality of life through patient‑centric care, supporting those injured in motor vehicle or work‑related accidents. We take an interdisciplinary approach, ensuring patients receive coordinated care from evaluation through treatment, with the goal of achieving optimal recovery outcomes.

Founded on the values of respect and trustworthiness, we are committed to delivering services that adhere to the highest legal, regulatory, and ethical standards. As responsible corporate citizens, we integrate environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations into our business practices, ensuring that we positively impact the healthcare companies we serve, our employees, and the communities we reach.

Diversity Statement: Excelsia Injury Care is an equal opportunity employer. We commit to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, pregnancy or related medical conditions, age, national origin, or ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic predisposition, marital, civil union or partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws.

Who are we looking for?

We are in need of a PTA with strong orthopedic and manual skills who can work collaboratively in a multimodal approach that is Patient‑Centered. Our Physical Therapist Assistant must be self‑motivated, very organized, caring and have a degree from an APTA accredited physical therapy program as well as a current license to practice.

What qualifications do you need to possess?

Must have graduated from a APTA accredited therapy assistant program, with a minimum of an Associate's degree and be eligible for State Board Examination. Individuals must pass the licensing exam in order to continue practice beyond a temporary license. PTA must maintain all requirements of State licensure.

Who does it report to?

Supervising Licensed Physical Therapist, Site Supervisor, Clinical Director, Owners and Directors.

What are the primary responsibilities?

Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) may treat patients ONLY under the direction of a Physical Therapist as defined in the State law.

The PTA may perform physical therapy procedures and related tasks that have been selected and delegated by the Supervising Physical Therapist.

The PTA may administer treatment with therapeutic exercise, massage, mechanical devices, and therapeutic agents that use the properties of air, water, electricity, sound or light.

The PTA may make minor modifications to treatment plans within the predetermined plan of care, assist the physical therapist with evaluations, and document treatment progress.

The ability of the PTA to perform the selected and delegated tasks shall be assessed by the supervising physical therapist.

The PTA shall not perform interpretation of referrals, physical therapy evaluation, re‑evaluation, major modification of treatment plan, final discharge of the patient, or therapeutic techniques beyond the skill and knowledge of the PTA or without proper supervision.

What physical demands should you be aware of?

General Demands for the Physical Therapy Assistant position are listed under the ‘medium duty’ category in the Dictionary of Occupational Titles as published by The U.S. Department of Labor. The physical demands incorporated at Excelsia are not to exceed this level. All employees should seek assistance from another individual to prevent any lifting beyond a 50 lb level. The Sit/Stand/Walk ratios tend to be equal at 33% of the day. This ratio remains within the control of the therapist depending on the task that needs to be accomplished.

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

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