Physical Therapist Assistant
About The Position
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team at ARC Physical Therapy +. As a key member of our organization, you will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality care to our patients, ensuring their recovery and well-being. ARC Physical Therapy+ is committed to helping patients recover quickly and get back to what they love to do. With industry-leading physical, occupational, and hand therapy clinics in Kansas and Missouri, we are here to serve our communities and have been doing so for the past 20 years. We focus on industry standard-setting outcomes and individualized treatment that translates to attention to detail, improved patient education, communication, and motivation.
Requirements
- Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
- Current state of Missouri Physical Therapy license and CPR certification
- Ability to work efficiently/effectively in an autonomous environment
- Basic PC skills and knowledge, including but not limited to Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system, database software, and MS Office
Nice To Haves
- New graduates are encouraged to apply; we’d love for you to start your career with us!
Responsibilities
- Assist in assessing patients to develop and initiate treatment plans based on the evaluation results
- Assist in reviewing the physician's referral (prescription) and the patient's condition and medical records to determine the physical therapy treatment required
- Provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, following established protocols and patient care guidelines
- Document findings, progress, and instructions to patients and caregivers
- Support in ensuring patient care performed by assistants and rehabilitation technicians meets standards
- Assist in completing written plans of care, developing goals based on evaluation findings, and contributing to comprehensive programs to attain goals
- Support in implementing physical therapy treatment programs and providing essential physical therapy treatments
- Communicate effectively with patients/caregivers and professional colleagues, including physicians and insurance companies, under the guidance of a Physical Therapist
- Assist in ensuring timely documentation, including daily notes, weekly workers' compensation reports, progress reports, initial evaluations, discharge summaries, and incident reports
Benefits
- Unlimited continuing education funding
- Structured mentorship through our IGNITE program
- Leadership development opportunities early in your career
- Collaborative and fun clinic culture
- Generous 401(k) with 50% match
- Competitive pay range
- Incentive plan for clinicians who consistently see a higher number of patients per day
- Additional bonuses
- A unique opportunity to provide exceptional care to a lower-volume patient base
- A generous yearly Continuing Education Allowance, Access to MedBridge, and ARC University
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee discount plans
- Gain access to ARC IGNITE: A Mentorship Program offering clinical guidance for professional growth, specialization, and development.
- Student Program, appealing to individuals seeking opportunities to contribute to their career field
- Excellent benefits package, including 401k, holidays and paid time off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
