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Physical Therapist Assistant

Overview

We are seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant, sometimes referred to as a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (LPTA) or Physical Therapy Assistant. The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) works under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to help carry out treatment plans for patients recovering from surgery, illness, or injury. Their responsibilities include guiding patients through prescribed exercises, assisting with mobility and ambulation, monitoring patient progress, and providing support in documenting treatment outcomes. Aimed at improving function, reducing pain, and promoting safe discharge. This position is on a per diem basis, meaning PD/PRN as needed.

 

Shifts Available: Variable

Employment Type: Per Diem (PD/PRN)

Hours: Variable

Location: St Joseph Medical Center – Kansas City, MO

 

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare: 

  • Competitive compensation
  • Medical insurance benefit plan
  • 401K
  • Sick leave accrual

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):

  • 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

Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have: 

  • A. Degree
  • Current state Physical Therapist Assistance license
  • Current BCLS (AHA) Certificate upon hire and maintain current

Additional Qualifications That Are a Plus:

  • Healthcare experience preferred 

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/

 

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Per Diem

Shift

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Equal Employment Opportunity

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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