Vestibular PT Clinical Associate – Growth & Collaboration

Washington University in St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 77,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation & holidays

Health insurance

Transit benefits

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a Clinical Associate in Physical Therapy to provide one-on-one assessments and develop individualized therapy plans for outpatient vestibular and related conditions.

The role emphasizes collaboration within a supportive team, ongoing professional development, and a focus on delivering high-quality patient care in a clinical outpatient setting. Required qualifications include a Master’s degree in Physical Therapy and eligibility for licensure in

Qualifications

• Must be licensed or eligible for licensure as a Physical Therapist in Missouri and/or Illinois.
• Master's degree in Physical Therapy is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within one month of hire.

Responsibilities

• Manages a full patient caseload with efficient scheduling and communicates concerns to supervisor.
• Evaluates patients and determines movement diagnosis.
• Develops and implements tailored treatment plans including return-to-sport/work strategies.
• Documents medical records accurately and timely in approved formats; ensures referrals and insurance approvals are met.
• Provides patient and family education with clear explanations of diagnoses, activities, and expected outcomes.
• Maintains contact with patients and referring providers to discuss progress and address concerns.
• Offers home exercise programs and coordinates referrals for additional services and devices.
• Participates in departmental meetings and continuing education to stay current with standards.

Skills

Adaptability

Caseload Management

Clinical Setting

Computer Literacy

Confidentiality

Critical Thinking

Evidence-Based Practices

Fast-Paced Environments

Interpersonal Communication

Oral Communications

Organizing

Patient Counseling

Prioritization

Problem Solving

Professional Etiquette

Scientific Reasoning

Scientific Thinking

Teamwork

Written Communication

Education

Master's degree - Physical Therapy

D.P.T. - Doctor of Physical Therapy

Job description

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a Clinical Associate in Physical Therapy to provide one-on-one assessments and develop individualized therapy plans for outpatient vestibular and related conditions.

The role emphasizes collaboration within a supportive team, ongoing professional development, and a focus on delivering high-quality patient care in a clinical outpatient setting. Required qualifications include a Master’s degree in Physical Therapy and eligibility for licensure in