Physical Therapist Assistant

Innovate Rehab and Wellness • Milan, MO

20d • Onsite

About The Position

Innovate Rehab and Wellness is hiring a full-time Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for its skilled nursing facility in Milan, Missouri. The PTA works under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist to deliver individualized, patient-centered care that helps patients improve mobility, regain strength, and increase function. The role includes implementing treatment plans, guiding patients through rehabilitation activities, educating them on safe techniques and assistive devices, and documenting progress.

The position follows a Monday–Friday schedule with flexibility. The company describes its approach as focused on one-on-one therapy, realistic scheduling, clinical outcomes, and job satisfaction. Group and concurrent treatments account for under 1% of treatment. Innovate Rehab and Wellness is therapist- and veteran-owned and has more than 25 years of experience as a skilled health care provider.

Full-time benefits are available starting on day one and include medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage; disability coverage; employer-paid basic life and AD&D; voluntary supplemental life insurance; paid time off for vacation, sick leave, and holidays; a Health Savings Account; voluntary critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity coverage; a 401(k); an Employee Assistance Program; an employee discount marketplace; and professional growth and development support.

Requirements

• Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Valid state Physical Therapy Assistant license.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care.

Nice To Haves

• Rehabilitation or clinical experience; new graduates are welcome.
• CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Implement patient-specific treatment plans created by the Physical Therapist.
• Lead patients through exercises, mobility training, and rehabilitation activities.
• Educate patients on safe techniques and assistive devices.
• Monitor and document patient progress and report changes to the Physical Therapist.
• Maintain accurate, compliant therapy records.
• Collaborate with the care team to coordinate treatment.
• Uphold ethical and professional standards in all interactions.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance.
• Voluntary supplemental life insurance.
• Paid time off for vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Voluntary critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity coverage.
• 401(k).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee discount marketplace.
• Professional growth and development support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree