Job Description​

Saint Luke's East is currently seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant PRN Plus to join the team. Physical therapy assistants play a vital role in extending rehabilitation through structured follow-up care.

Shift:

• 2 weekend shifts a month and provide weekday availability

• Days (8:30AM - 4PM)

• Acute Care Experience Preferred

This position involves assisting in the completion of patient treatment programs as planned and directed by a licensed Physical Therapist, utilizing exercise and modalities. Prior to involvement with the patient, a physician referral and evaluation by the Physical Therapist are required. The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) will report information to the supervising Physical Therapist and maintain accurate progress notes in the patient medical record.

Key responsibilities include:

- Participation in a rotation system for specialty services.

- Enhancing departmental operations through active participation on committees or program development and enhancement.

- Commitment to work a minimum of two hard-to-staff shifts and one holiday as designated by the Rehab PRN policy.

- Maintaining a minimum work frequency of six shifts as per the entity's posted work schedule over an eight-week period.

Job Requirements

Applicable Experience:

Less than 1 year

Physical Therapy Assistant (MO) - Missouri Division of Professional Registration

Associate Degree - Physical Therapist Assistant

Job Details

PRN

Day (United States of America)

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