PTA - Physical Therapist Assistant

Physical Therapist Assistant

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) provides rehabilitative, skilled, and medically necessary treatment interventions to patients with physical functioning disorders under the supervision and direction of a Physical Therapist. This role is essential in supporting clinical interventions through evidence-based practices while ensuring compliance with regulatory and clinical practice requirements.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes evidence-based practice to support clinical interventions.
• Administers various rehabilitative procedures including manual techniques, ambulation, therapeutic exercises, and modalities.
• Assesses patient progress and communicates with supervising Physical Therapist to adjust treatments as necessary.
• Documents treatment effectiveness and outcomes accurately in the clinical record.
• Provides consultation and counseling to patients, families, caregivers, and other service providers.
• Collaborates with health team members regarding patient progress, barriers, and treatment plans.
• Participates in meetings such as patient care conferences and utilization reviews.
• Engages in required facility and company trainings and in-services.
• Supervises and supports students under the guidance of the Physical Therapist.
• Ensures adherence to APTA and State Required practice acts, code of conduct, and ethics during professional practice.

Schedule

This position operates on an 8-hour day shift, Monday through Friday, with flexible hours as long as they are consistent and communicated with the Director of Rehabilitation (DOR).

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
• Experience in Long-Term Care (LTC) or Rehabilitation settings.
• Valid Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license in Missouri.

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here's why:

• SIA's Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
• SIA's Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
• Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
• We've earned The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!