Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) (PRN)

Prime Healthcare; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant to join their compassionate rehab team. This role offers the opportunity to provide essential therapeutic services to patients, helping them regain function and improve their quality of life. With a focus on collaboration and professional growth, the position promises a supportive environment where your contributions will make a meaningful impact. The ideal candidate will have a strong educational background and be committed to delivering high-quality care. If you're looking to advance your career in a friendly, team-oriented setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Generous medical benefits plan

401K

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant required.
• Must have a current state PTA license and BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapeutic services to restore function and prevent disability.
• Treat patients through exercise, massage, and other interventions.

Skills

Therapeutic services

Patient treatment techniques

Gait and balance training

Education

Associates Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant

Current state Physical Therapist Assistance license

Current BLS (AHA) certificate

Job description

Overview

St. Joseph Medical Center is looking for a per diem, day shift Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to be a part of our growing Rehab Team!!!

At St. Joseph Medical Center, our dedicated team of professionals is committed to our core values of quality, compassion, and community. As a member of Prime Healthcare, St. Joseph Medical Center is actively seeking new members to join its award-winning team!

Founded in 1874 by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, St. Joseph Medical Center has a long tradition of providing high-quality, compassionate care. Its Catholic heritage and the spirit of our founding Sisters continue today in our mission of caring for the community. St. Joseph Medical Center has received numerous awards for its quality and clinical excellence. We believe that continuous quality of care and performance improvements are the foundation for preserving and enhancing healthcare delivery.

If you want to work in a friendly team-oriented environment and have some or all of the required experience, let’s connect! We have a collaborative culture focused on positive outcomes, opportunities for professional growth, and so much more. We offer amazing employee benefits:

• competitive compensation!
• generous medical benefits plan
• 401K

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

Responsibilities

Under the direction and supervision of the Physical Therapist, our new Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) duties include, but are not limited to:

• provides medically prescribed therapeutic services in order to restore function and prevent disability in patients with musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiopulmonary and/or integumentary disorders
• performs responsibilities in accordance with Physical Therapy, state and federal regulatory, licensing and accrediting requirements
• treat patients through exercise, massage, gait and balance training, and other therapeutic interventions
• our shift needs are: 8:00-4:30pm, Saturday and Holiday rotation; weekdays as needed/available

Qualifications

Education and Work Experience:

• Associates Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant
• current state Physical Therapist Assistance license
• current BLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current
• experience, preferred