Full-time Physical Therapist Assistant
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Job Description
- Job Location: Friendship Village Sunset Hills - Sunset Hills, MO
- Position Type: Full Time
- Salary Range: Undisclosed
Join Our Team at Friendship Village Sunset Hills in Sunset Hills, MO! Are you a passionate Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) seeking a rewarding career opportunity? Look no further!
Friendship Village Sunset Hills in Sunset Hills, MO, invites you to join our dynamic therapy team as a Full-time Physical Therapist Assistant.
About Us: Friendship Village Sunset Hills is a premier senior living community dedicated to enriching the lives of older adults through compassionate care and exceptional services.
Located in Sunset Hills, MO, the community offers convenient access to local attractions such as Laumeier Sculpture Park and Grant's Farm, as well as the shopping and dining destinations throughout the St. Louis area.
Working at Friendship Village Sunset Hills provides the opportunity to make a meaningful difference through therapy services while collaborating with a supportive, resident-centered team in a welcoming community known for its beautiful parks, cultural attractions, and high quality of life.
Why Choose Functional Pathways: At Functional Pathways, we offer a supportive family environment, ethical care, innovation, and a strong focus on values and customer service. Join us in making a positive impact on our residents' lives!
Qualifications
Job Summary
The Physical Therapist Assistant shall implement the plan of care as established by the RPT and the physician in a professional, competent manner, upholding excellence with quality of care.
Qualifications
Associate degree in Physical Therapy Assistant program from an accredited institution. Certification and licensure requirements as established by state and national board associations. Active state license required.
Excellent organizational and time management skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Possess current working knowledge of Functional Pathways policies and procedures, clinical programs with application skills to therapy disciplines. Completion of all required screenings, certifications, and licensure.
Screening requirements may vary by location. **Please be aware this is a job summary, not an all-inclusive listing of the tasks and duties for this position.
Employment decisions and actions will be administered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, gender, disability, or any other classification protected by law.
Key Responsibilities
The Physical Therapist Assistant will implement patient care plans established by the RPT and physician. They are responsible for providing professional and competent therapy services while maintaining high standards of care.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an associate degree in a Physical Therapy Assistant program from an accredited institution. An active state license and adherence to all certification and licensure requirements are mandatory.
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Missouri is 90.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.1% of Missouri clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | not listed | Physical Therapy median $73k (middle half $66k–$79k)79 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost of living | Missouri index 90.8 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in Missouri | 430 active | 21,919 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Missouri Physical Therapist listings: 17% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 28% offer loan repayment439 active listings, Oct 2026 |
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