Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (LPTA)

Heritage•Ofallon, MO

22h

About The Position

HealthPro Heritage is hiring a PRN Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant for a continuing care retirement community in O'Fallon, Missouri. The role provides care in a long-term care skilled nursing facility with assisted living and outpatient services. The organization is seeking consistent, regular PRN coverage and offers flexible scheduling. The stated wage range is $35–$39 per hour. The assistant supports physical therapy treatment plans and provides direct patient care, monitors and documents progress, educates patients and families, and coordinates care with physical therapists and other healthcare professionals. HealthPro Heritage describes itself as a therapist-led organization offering clinical services across settings and emphasizes compassionate care, professional growth, teamwork, and high-quality outcomes.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from an accredited program.
Valid state licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant, or license eligibility.
Strong assessment, diagnostic, and therapeutic abilities.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency with diagnostic tools, therapy equipment, relevant software, and electronic health record systems.
Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

Assist in implementing treatment plans designed by Physical Therapists.
Provide direct patient care, including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and modality applications.
Monitor and document patient progress and report observations to the Physical Therapist.
Educate patients and families on treatment protocols, exercises, and self-care techniques.
Document patient treatments, progress, and responses in compliance with facility policies and regulatory standards.
Collaborate with Physical Therapists, other healthcare professionals, and support staff to coordinate patient care and support effective treatment outcomes.