We are seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA), internally referred to as our Rehabilitation Assistant or Physiotherapy Assistant, in our Therapy Department, at St. Joseph Medical Center (Kansas City, MO), a member of Prime Healthcare. As a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) for St. Joseph Medical Center Therapy Department you will work under the direction and supervision of the Physical Therapist.  You should you want to work in a friendly team-oriented environment and have some or all of the required experience.  We have a collaborative culture focused on positive outcomes, opportunities for professional growth and so much more.    

Shift’s Available:  Days

Employment Type: Per Diem (PRN)

Hours: 8-hour shift: 8:00a – 4:30p with Saturday and Holiday rotation

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare: 

• Competitive compensation
• medical insurance benefit plan
• 401K

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to): 

• provides medically prescribed therapeutic services in order to restore function and prevent disability in patients with musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiopulmonary and/or integumentary disorders
• performs responsibilities in accordance with Physical Therapy, state and federal regulatory, licensing and accrediting requirements
• treat patients through exercise, massage, gait and balance training, and other therapeutic interventions
• we have an awesome team atmosphere!
• our shift needs are: 8:00-4:30pm, Saturday and Holiday rotation; weekdays as needed/available

Education and Work Experience

Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have:  

• Associates Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)
• current state Physical Therapist Assistance license
• current BLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current

Additional Qualifications That Are a Plus: 

• some experience

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/  

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status, disability, race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or other protected characteristics.  If you need special accommodation for the application process, please contact Human Resources.  Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf  

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