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Physical Therapy Assistant - part-time

BJC HealthCare

St. Louis (MO)

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USD 40,000 - 55,000

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Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in St. Louis is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to join their patient-centered team. The role requires implementing treatment plans and working closely with licensed physical therapists to enhance patient care. Ideal candidates will possess an Associate's degree and PTA certification. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and the opportunity for professional growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
Disability insurance paid for by BJC
Pension Plan/403(b) plan funded by BJC
Tuition Assistance
Paid Time Off (combined vacation, sick days, holidays)

Qualifications

  • No previous experience required.
  • Ability to collaborate with physical therapists.
  • Documentation of patient progress and treatment plans.

Responsibilities

  • Implements treatment plans as directed by physical therapists.
  • Documents patient progress and collaborates on care plans.
  • Guides clinical fieldwork students.

Skills

Patient Care
Communication
Teamwork

Education

Associate's Degree - PT Assistant

Tools

PTA Certification

Job description

Missouri Baptist Medical Center has Physical Therapy Assistant position available with BJC. Our team is patient-centered with a focus on teaching/training new members and students. We value each team member's experiences, approaches, and ideas! Come join MOBAP's excellent therapy department!

  • Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant will see a wide variety of patients on all of our care units: Gen Med, Surgical, Ortho, Oncology, Cardiac Care, Surgical Cardiac, and Neuro
  • 0800-1630 on Mon, Tues, Fri (2 weekend days/quarter)
Overview

Missouri Baptist Medical Center, an acute care hospital in St. Louis County, offers a full continuum of medical and surgical services, including heart care, cancer, women and infants, breast health, gastrointestinal, orthopedic, stroke, therapy, wound and pain management services. The hospital has a 24-hour adult emergency department and cares for pediatric patients at a separate emergency department in collaboration with St. Louis Children’s Hospital.

Missouri Baptist is the first and only hospital in St. Louis County to be named a Magnet hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). The prestigious designation is the highest credential a health care organization can receive for nursing excellence and quality patient care. This recognition has been accomplished by less than nine percent of hospitals nationwide. Additionally, U.S. News & World Report ranked the hospital #2 in the St. Louis metro area.

The Center for Outpatient Therapy and Wellness at Missouri Baptist Medical Center is an 8,500 square foot outpatient therapy clinic for physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech pathology, massage therapy, and personal fitness. The clinic is located within the hospital, features 15+ subspecialties of care, and has a focus on 1:1 individualized care with our patients. Our current outpatient team includes 22 licensed therapists, providing a great environment for a therapist to grow and develop.

Preferred Qualifications
Role Purpose

Provides skilled treatments to patients as prescribed by the physician and directed by a licensed physical therapist as specified in their health care service setting.

Responsibilities
  1. Implements treatment plan as developed by the licensed physical therapist.
  2. Collaborates with the licensed physical therapist on an agreed upon frequency to assess and reassess patient’s plan of care, treatment goals, and interventions.
  3. Documents patient progress in daily notes and weekly notes (as applicable), as well as contributes recommendations to patient’s discharge note from physical therapy.
  4. Assists with guidance for clinical fieldwork students under the supervision of the physical therapist.
  5. Reports on interventions and patient progress during assigned meetings and contributes to the screening and evaluation process.
Minimum Requirements
Education
  • Associate's Degree - PT Assistant
Experience
  • No Experience
Supervisor Experience
  • No Experience
Licenses & Certifications
  • PTA
Benefits and Legal Statement

BJC Total Rewards

At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being.

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
  • Disability insurance* paid for by BJC
  • Pension Plan*/403(b) Plan funded by BJC
  • 401(k) plan with BJC match
  • Tuition Assistance available on first day
  • BJC Institute for Learning and Development
  • Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays, and personal time
  • Adoption assistance

To learn more, go to www.bjctotalrewards.com/Benefits

*Not all benefits apply to all jobs

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer

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