Acute Rehab PTA – Per Diem + Benefits & Growth

Mercy; Columbia (IL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Hospital Jefferson in Festus, Missouri, is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to support the Physical Therapist in the Acute Rehab Unit. This per diem position involves assisting with treatment, documenting progress, and ensuring patient safety while adapting procedures to patient status.

The role requires an Associate degree and State licensure, with BLS certification. Entry-level welcomed; benefits include medical coverage and retirement plans for those working 32+ hours per pay

Qualifications

• Education: Associate's degree.
• Licensure: Licensed or state-permitted practice.
• Experience: Physical Therapist Assistant may be entry-level.
• Certifications: Health Care Provider BLS.
• Other:

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist in delivering physical therapy procedures.
• Document patient progress notes.
• Provide direction to the Physical Therapy aide and coordinate workload in the department.
• Modify a specific treatment procedure within the established plan as patient status changes.
• Address age-specific needs for all patients and ensure patient safety.
• Identify and report patient safety issues when identified.

Skills

Patient care

Clinical coordination

Education

Associate's degree

Job description

Mercy Hospital Jefferson in Festus, Missouri, is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to support the Physical Therapist in the Acute Rehab Unit. This per diem position involves assisting with treatment, documenting progress, and ensuring patient safety while adapting procedures to patient status.

The role requires an Associate degree and State licensure, with BLS certification. Entry-level welcomed; benefits include medical coverage and retirement plans for those working 32+ hours per pay