Job Description
Job Title: Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Orthopedic Outpatient Clinic
Salary Range: $60,000 $70,000 per year
Location: Joplin, Missouri
Job Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9 AM 5 PM
We're looking for a dedicated and energetic Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our patient-focused orthopedic outpatient team in Missouri. If you're passionate about helping people recover from injuries, surgeries, and chronic conditionsand you love working in a supportive, team-based environmentwe'd love to hear from you.
As a PTA, you'll play a crucial role in helping patients restore strength, mobility, and confidence.
Key Responsibilities:
- Work closely under the supervision of licensed Physical Therapists
- Carry out treatment plans using therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, modalities, and patient education
- Monitor and document patient progress and report back to the PT
- Encourage, motivate, and support patients throughout their rehab journey
- Maintain a clean, organized treatment area and assist with patient flow
Requirements
- Associate Degree from an accredited PTA program
- Current Missouri PTA license (or eligibility to obtain)
- Strong interpersonal skills and a passion for patient care
- Ability to follow instructions, stay organized, and work independently
- New grads are welcomementorship and training provided
Benefits
- Competitive Salary based on experience and qualifications.
- Comprehensive Benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match,
- Paid time off
- Professional development opportunities.
- Work-Life Balance.
- Opportunities for professional development, certifications, and leadership roles within the organization.
- Positive Work Environment
Whether you're just starting your PTA career or looking for a new opportunity to grow, we invite you to apply today.
Qualification
Master's Degree
Key skill Required
- Comprehensive
- Development
- Encourage
- Energetic
- Focused
- Insurance
- Interpersonal Skills
- Leadership
- Manual Therapy
- Passionate
- Patient Education
- Patient Flow
- Positive Work Environment
- Professional Development
- Supervision
- Supportive
- Therapy
- Training
- Vision Insurance
- Work Independently
- Work-Life Balance