Physical Therapist Assistant

CoxHealth Rehabilitation Hospital • Ozark, MO

27d • Onsite

About The Position

CoxHealth Rehabilitation in Partnership with Select Medical is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant for its inpatient rehabilitation hospital in Ozark, Missouri. The hospital provides care for individuals facing brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, orthopedic issues, amputation, and multiple traumas, addressing medical, physical, emotional, and vocational challenges. The position assists with implementing therapy plans of care under the direct supervision of a licensed physical therapist and works to support patient care services. The organization offers career-growth and well-being resources, including orientation, tuition reimbursement, continuing education, a clinical ladder program, and a student debt benefit program.

Requirements

• Current state licensure or eligibility for licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
• Certified BLS, or completion within the first 90 days of employment.

Nice To Haves

• One or more years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with implementation of the therapy plan of care under the direct supervision of a licensed PT.
• Delegate and direct supportive personnel for assigned patients to enhance patient care services.
• Communicate consistently with the supervising PT about scheduled patients, including needs for assessment and reassessment, treatment-plan modifications, and other interventions requiring therapist direction.
• Participate in education for patients, families, students, coworkers, and self.
• Perform other professional duties associated with patient care within the scope of practice.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education opportunities.
• Clinical ladder program.
• Student debt benefit program.
• Medical/RX, health, vision, employee assistance program (EAP), and dental plan offerings.
• Generous PTO and paid sick time.
• Company-matching 401(k) retirement plan.
• Life and disability protection.
• Extensive and thorough orientation program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed