- Location
- Saint Louis, MO, US
- Workplace
- Onsite
- Department
- Healthcare
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- iCIMS
Description
Overview
SSM Health Physical Therapy
Creve Coeur, MO
Physical Therapist Assistant
SSM Health Physical Therapy is seeking a dynamic Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to primarily work on-site treating employees with work-related acute orthopedic injuries at Boeing. The ideal candidate will be a skilled and compassionate clinician who is dedicated to ensuring patients are seen in a timely manner and who can effectively support coordination of care with the on-site medical team under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist.
In addition to the onsite responsibilities, the PTA will also provide patient care at an alternate location to support clinic operations and patient access. The selected candidate will have the opportunity to assist with on-site injury prevention services and contribute to overall workforce wellness initiatives.
SSM Health Physical Therapy is the premier provider of comprehensive outpatient services! With a network of more than 80 outpatient physical therapy centers located throughout the St. Louis Metro area, SSM Health Physical Therapy specializes in the treatment of sports, orthopedic, hand and work-related injuries. Our team of more than 700 physical, occupational and speech therapists, along with our patient service specialists, focus on providing exceptional care and unparalleled customer service.
*We have been recognized numerous times by the St. Louis Post Dispatch as one of the "Top Workplaces" in St. Louis!*
*Generous benefits package including:
- Company matching 401(k)
- Multiple and affordable PPO benefits + HSA options
- Generous Paid Time Off + Holidays + Extended Illness Days (EID)
- Short and Long Term Disability
- Personal and Family Medical Leave
- Clinical Ladder Program
- Excellent Orientation Program
- New Grad Mentorship
- Residency Programs
- National Continuing Education courses (local and online)
- Tuition Assistance
- Student Loan Repayment Assistance
- Productivity standards that allow for high quality patient care
Responsibilities
- Under the direct supervision of a licensed PT, assists with the implementation of the therapy plan of care.
- Responsible for delegation and direction of supportive personnel for those assigned patients, in order to enhance patient care services.
- Consistently communicates with supervising PT in regard to scheduled patients to ensure identification of need for assessment and reassessment of patients, modification of treatment plans and other interventions requiring therapist direction.
- Participates in education of patients, families, students, coworkers and self.
- Performs other professional duties associated with the care of the patient, within the scope of practice.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- Physical Therapy Assistant Degree or certification required.
- Current and valid state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant required.
- Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification
Additional Data
Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans
