Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) PRN

Select Specialty Hospital; Saint Charles (MO); Hybrid; USD 48,216; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus of $1,250

401(k) eligibility after 1,000 hours

Employee assistance program

Job summary

A critical illness recovery hospital is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to assist with the delivery of physical therapy services, including transportation and therapeutic exercises. You will implement treatment plans and train patients using assistive devices. The position offers a flexible PRN schedule with competitive compensation of $35 per hour and a sign-on bonus of $1,250. This role allows for advancement opportunities to full-time positions and includes many supportive benefits.

Qualifications

• Assist with transportation and therapeutic exercises for patients.
• Implement treatment goals and plans established by the physical therapist.

Responsibilities

• Deliver physical therapy services to patients.
• Carry out therapeutic interventions designed to meet patients' long-term goals.
• Train patients in locomotion using assistive devices.

Skills

Therapeutic exercises

Patient care

Locomotion training

Education

Valid state PTA license

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Position: Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Location: St. Charles, MO

Schedule: PRN Days – no set days, as needed for PTO coverage

Compensation: $35 per hour (PRN)

Sign-On Bonus: $1,250 (no commitment)

About the Hospital

Select Specialty Hospital is a critical illness recovery hospital committed to providing world‑class inpatient post‑ICU services to chronic, critically ill patients who require extended healing and recovery. PTAs play a central role in providing compassionate, excellent treatment every step of the way.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the delivery of physical therapy services, including transportation, therapeutic exercises, and functional activities.
• Implement treatment goals, plans, and programs as established by the physical therapist.
• Assist PT in carrying out therapeutic interventions designed to meet patients’ long‑term goals (strengthening, coordination, balance exercises, posture, endurance/cardiac, functional skills, community re‑entry training, joint mobility, muscle lengthening, pain relief).
• Train patients in locomotion using orthotics, prosthetics, or assistive devices.

Benefits

• Extensive orientation program to ensure a smooth transition.
• Opportunity for advancement to full‑time positions based on performance.
• Part‑time/Per‑diem employees eligible for 401(k) after 1,000 hours worked and an employee assistance program.
• Support for financial, work/life, and emotional well‑being for you and your family.

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid state PTA license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by start date.