Physical Therapy Assistant

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Full-Time & PRN | $4,000 Sign-On Bonus

Advanced Care of Saint Joseph | Saint Joseph, MO

Full-Time: $30-35/hour, plus a $4,000 sign-on bonus
PRN: $35-42/hour
Shift: Daytime hours

Vertical Health Services is hiring Physical Therapist Assistants to join our in-house therapy team in Saint Joseph, MO. We're a locally managed, rapidly growing provider with 11 rehab facilities across Missouri - offering one consistent location, no travel between buildings, and supportive local leadership.

What You'll Do

• Assist in delivering treatment plans across a diverse caseload - orthopedic, neurological, short-term rehab, and long-term care
• Work under the direction of the supervising Physical Therapist to support patient mobility and functional goals
• Collaborate with an in-house interdisciplinary therapy team
• Document care and track patient progress in line with SNF standards
• Use current equipment and modalities

Why Work Here

• $4,000 sign-on bonus (full-time)
• One facility, zero travel between buildings
• New local leadership focused on quality and collaboration
• Reasonable productivity expectations
• Paid CEUs and ongoing clinical training

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• $100/month company HSA contribution
• Daily Pay option
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Employer-paid life insurance (1x annual salary)
• 20 days PTO
• Personal day benefit
• Flexible scheduling options
• Career development and advancement opportunities

What You'll Need

• Active Physical Therapist Assistant license in Missouri (or eligibility)
• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
• Strong interpersonal skills and a patient-centered approach

SNF experience is a plus, but new grads are encouraged to apply.

New to skilled nursing? Many PTAs here treat the same diagnoses seen in hospital settings, with more time to connect with and care for each patient.

Apply today and join a team where your work is valued and your growth is supported.

Vertical Health Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other protected characteristic.