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Physical Therapist Assistant - Full Time, Days
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What they do
A Physical Therapy Assistant assists physical therapists to help patients with disabling injuries or conditions improve their range of motion and manage their pain. Helps patients learn exercises and teaches them to use therapeutic equipment. Works in the office of a physical therapist or in a healthcare facility.
$59,196 / year median in Missouri
+20% projected growth
Job Description
Job Description Additional Job Information 36 hours per week Monday through Friday Four 9hr days; Thursdays off 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. or 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Weekend and holiday rotation required by department. Benefits start first day of employment! Overview Job Summary 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. Job Responsibilities Implements treatment plan as developed by the licensed physical therapist. Collaborates with the licensed physical therapist on an agreed upon frequency to assess and reassess patient's plan of care, treatment goals and interventions. Documents patient progress in daily notes and weekly notes (as applicable), as well as contributes recommendations to patient's discharge note from physical therapy. Assists with guidance for clinical fieldwork students under the supervision of the physical therapist. Reports on interventions and patient progress during assigned meetings and contributes to the screening and evaluation process. Performs Other Responsibilities as Assigned. Minimum Qualifications Associate Degree - PT Assistant No Experience No Supervisor Experience PTA License/Certification Work Shift Day Shift (United States of America) Legal Statement 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