Physical Therapist Assistant

Overview SSM Health Physical Therapy Glen Carbon/Edwardsville, IL Position:

Physical Therapist Assistant Pay Rate:

$25.50 - $37.88, based on years of experience

Hours:

Full-time, 40 hours per week SSM Health Physical Therapy is seeking an established PTA with strong outpatient orthopedics experience to work in our Glen Carbon outpatient center. SSM Health Physical Therapy is the premier provider of comprehensive outpatient services! With a network of more than 80 outpatient physical therapy centers located throughout the St. Louis Metro area, SSM Health Physical Therapy specializes in the treatment of sports, orthopedic, hand and work-related injuries. Our team of more than 700 physical, occupational and speech therapists, along with our patient service specialists, focus on providing exceptional care and unparalleled customer service. •Generous benefits package including: Health, Dental, and Vision insurance; Life insurance; Prescription coverage Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Sick Time (PST) A 401(k) retirement plan with company match Short and Long Term Disability Personal and Family Medical Leave Clinical Ladder Program Excellent Orientation Program New Grad Mentorship National Continuing Education courses (local and online) Student Loan Repayment Assistance Productivity standards that allow for high quality patient care Responsibilities Under the direct supervision of a licensed PT, assists with the implementation of the therapy plan of care. Responsible for delegation and direction of supportive personnel for those assigned patients, in order to enhance patient care services. Consistently communicates with supervising PT in regard to scheduled patients to ensure identification of need for assessment and reassessment of patients, modification of treatment plans and other interventions requiring therapist direction. Participates in education of patients, families, students, coworkers and self. Performs other professional duties associated with the care of the patient, within the scope of practice. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Physical Therapy Assistant Degree or certification required. Current and valid state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant required. Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification Additional Data Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans