Physical Therapist Assistant - PRN
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Job Description
Physical Therapist Assistant
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate PRN Physical Therapist Assistant to join our healthcare team. In this role, you will work closely with licensed physical therapists to provide high-quality rehabilitative care to patients, helping them regain mobility and improve their overall well-being. If you are passionate about patient care and eager to contribute to a supportive and dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist licensed physical therapists in implementing treatment plans for patients recovering from injuries, surgeries, or illnesses
- Monitor and document patient progress, reporting any concerns or changes to the supervising therapist
- Provide therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and modalities as directed by the physical therapist
- Educate patients and their families on exercises and activities to support ongoing recovery
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized treatment environment
- Adhere to all safety protocols, policies, and procedures to ensure patient and staff safety
Skills and Qualifications
- Associate’s degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
- Current licensure or certification as a Physical Therapist Assistant in Missouri
- Proven experience working in a clinical or healthcare setting preferred
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Compassionate, patient-focused approach to care
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills
Join our team and become part of a healthcare organization committed to excellence, growth, and making a positive impact on patients’ lives. We offer a supportive work environment, ongoing professional development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package.
Requirements
Qualifications
- Education
- Associate degree
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).
Physical Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Cost of living | Missouri index 90.8 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in Missouri | 440 active | 21,676 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Missouri Physical Therapist listings: 17% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 27% offer loan repayment449 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Physical Therapy listings | 7,754 in the last 30 days | 4,473 the 30 days before (+73%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Physical Therapy pay trend | +1.6% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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