Physical Therapy Assistant
Saint Louis, MO
Cross Country Allied
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Summary

Physical Therapist Assistant, Skilled Nursing Facility. The position supports physical therapy treatment for patients across the lifespan under the direction of a physical therapist. Responsibilities include assisting with therapeutic exercises, mobility activities, balance training, patient transfers, family education, and maintaining an organized treatment environment.

Job Details

• Schedule: Day shifts, 8 hours per shift, with a minimum of 40 hours per week; possible weekend shifts.
• Required Qualifications:
  • One year of physical therapist assistant experience
  • Long-term care or rehabilitation experience
  • Physical therapist assistant license
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
  • Missouri state licensure
• Additional Information:
  • Implement components of patient care and obtain treatment-related data.
  • Collaborate with the physical therapist to modify care as necessary.
  • Assist patients with stretching, strengthening, balance training, and other therapeutic activities.
  • Support patient transfers from wheelchairs or walkers to the treatment area.
  • Communicate with families regarding appropriate at-home techniques.
  • Maintain a clean and organized physical therapy area.
  • Complete administrative tasks, including appointment scheduling and paperwork.
  • Submission materials include a resume or work history, a skills checklist completed within one year of submission, references, license verification, and certifications.

Benefits

The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits