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St. Joseph Medical Center

Physical Therapist Assistant

St. Joseph Medical Center, Kansas City, Missouri, United States, 64101

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Physical Therapist Assistant – Per Diem (PD/PRN) We are seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), sometimes referred to as a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (LPTA). The PTA works under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to help carry out treatment plans for patients recovering from surgery, illness, or injury. Responsibilities include guiding patients through prescribed exercises, assisting with mobility and ambulation, monitoring patient progress, and providing support in documenting treatment outcomes. The goal is to improve function, reduce pain, and promote safe discharge.

Shift Availability:

Variable

Employment Type:

Per Diem (PD/PRN)

Hours:

Variable

Location:

St. Joseph Medical Center – Kansas City, MO

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Medical insurance benefit plan

401K

Sick leave accrual

Key Responsibilities

Implement Treatment Plans: carry out specific physical therapy interventions designed by the Physical Therapist (PT)

Assist with Patient Mobility: help patients get in and out of bed, walk, use assistive devices, and perform exercises safely

Monitor Patient Responses: observe and report patient progress, pain levels, or adverse reactions during therapy sessions to the supervising PT

Educate Patients: teach patients proper movement techniques, safety precautions, and how to use walkers, crutches, or other mobility aids

Prepare Equipment: set up and clean therapy areas, and ensure equipment is functioning properly

Qualifications

Degree

Current state Physical Therapist Assistant license

Current BCLS (AHA) Certificate upon hire and maintain current

Additional Preferred Qualifications

Healthcare experience preferred

Employment Status Per Diem

Shift Days

Equal Employment Opportunity The 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. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf

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