Dynamic Physical Therapy Assistant: Patient-Centered Care

Mercy Health; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid time off

Tuition support

Retirement plan with company match

Job summary

Mercy Health seeks a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to support a Physical Therapist in delivering patient-centered therapy. You will perform delegated procedures, document progress, and adjust treatments within the established plan while maintaining safety and dignity for all patients.

Ideal candidates hold an Associate's degree, a current PTA license in the applicable state, and a Basic Life Support certification.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required.
• Current license to practice as a Physical Therapist Assistant from the Board of Physical Therapy in the applicable State.
• Health Care Provider Basic Life Support Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist in providing physical therapy.
• Perform physical therapy procedures and tasks delegated by the supervising Physical Therapist.
• May modify a procedure within the PT plan based on patient status.
• Document patient progress notes.
• Ensure safe and effective delivery of PT procedures.
• Address age-specific needs of patients.
• Treat patients and families with respect and dignity.
• Assess and treat patient pain per departmental policy.
• Identify and report patient safety issues.
• Provide guidance to the Physical Therapy aide and coordinate department workload.

Education

Associate's degree

PTA license (State license to practice as a Physical Therapist Assistant)

Health Care Provider Basic Life Support Certification

Job description

Mercy Health seeks a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to support a Physical Therapist in delivering patient-centered therapy. You will perform delegated procedures, document progress, and adjust treatments within the established plan while maintaining safety and dignity for all patients.

Ideal candidates hold an Associate's degree, a current PTA license in the applicable state, and a Basic Life Support certification.