Physical Therapy Assistant - Missouri Orthopaedic Institute - Inpatient

University of Missouri Health Care • Columbia, MO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

MU Health Care is looking for a passionate and dedicated Physical Therapist to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate is someone who thrives on making a difference in patients' lives, possesses a strong commitment to continuous learning, and demonstrates exceptional clinical skills. We seek individuals who are enthusiastic about mentoring and educating future Physical Therapy Assistant Students, and who are driven to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics and licensure. If you are a motivated clinician with a heart for patient care and a desire to grow within a supportive and innovative environment, we encourage you to apply. Join us in our mission to restore function, improve mobility, and relieve pain for those in need.

Requirements

• Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) licensure, temporary licensure, or PTA limited permit by the Missouri Board of Registration for the Healing Arts or PTA Compact multi-state privilege. When primary state of residency changes, compact state PTAs must apply under new state of residency within thirty (30) days.

Responsibilities

• Actively identify and participate in training, education, development activities and/or supervise Physical Therapy Assistant Students to improve own knowledge and performance; including acquiring the CEU’s needed to maintain state licensure in the State of Missouri.
• Administer treatment that requires the advanced skills of a licensed clinician.
• Assist a Registered Physical Therapist in carrying out physical therapy plan of care.
• Complete documentation according to MU Health Care and department guidelines and policies.
• In accordance with physician orders, skillfully provide modalities including, but not limited to, use of heat/cold, electrical simulation, hydrotherapy, ultrasound, manual therapy, casting and spinal traction.
• Maintain standards in accordance with the code of ethics of the APTA and the State of Missouri Practice Act to maintain eligibility for licensure.
• May complete unit/department specific duties and expectations as outlined in department documents.

Benefits

• Health, vision and dental insurance coverage starting day one
• Generous paid leave and paid time off, including ten holidays
• Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8% and full vesting in three years
• Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%)
• Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed