Contract Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) in St. Louis, MO

  • Capstone Healthcare Staffing
  • Saint Louis, Missouri

Physical Therapist Assistant

St. Louis, MO

Specialty: PTA

Position Type: Travel

Contract Length: 13 weeks

Pay: $1413 - $1702 | Shift: 5x8 days

Are you a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant ready to make a difference in patients' lives? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where your skills and compassion can shine? Join our dynamic team in St. Louis, MO, and help transform the lives of individuals across all ages, from newborns to those at the end of life.

As a Physical Therapist Assistant, you will play a crucial role in implementing patient care plans and collaborating with physical therapists to ensure optimal treatment outcomes. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Implementing components of patient care and obtaining data related to treatments
  • Assisting physical therapists in treating individuals of all ages
  • Helping patients stretch and exercise specific muscle groups
  • Reading and following instructions from the Physical Therapist
  • Working directly with the Physical Therapist to assist patients
  • Communicating with families to determine the best at-home techniques
  • Maintaining a clean and organized physical therapy area
  • Assisting patients in moving from wheelchairs or walkers to the therapy area
  • Completing administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments and filing paperwork
  • Teaching patients techniques like balance training

Requirements for this role include:

  • Need 1 year experience in setting
  • PTA license
  • BLS certification

Apply today and let Capstone Health help you reach your full potential! At Capstone, we know that when healthcare professionals feel supported, they provide the best care for their patients. That's why we offer personalized recruiter support and comprehensive benefits to help you build a fulfilling career while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Our travelers enjoy a range of traditional and modern benefits, including:

  • Dedicated Recruiter
  • $1,000 Unlimited Referral Bonus
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Complementary Life Insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Lodging and Meals & Incidental Reimbursement (with qualified tax home)
  • Licensure/Certification Reimbursement
  • Voluntary Insurance Benefits
  • Completion Bonus
  • Equal Employment Opportunity
  • And more!
Job ID: 515900460
Originally Posted on: 4/2/2026

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