Flexible 40-Hour Physical Therapy Assistant

Mercy; Affton (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to support the Physical Therapist in delivering physical therapy services. The role includes performing delegated procedures, documenting patient progress, and adjusting treatments within the established plan as patient status changes.

The PTA will also coordinate with the PT aide and address the age-specific needs of patients. The position requires an Associate's degree, current licensure or temporary permit where applicable, and a Health Care

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required for PTA licensure or eligibility.
• Currently licensed in the state of practice or holding a state-authorized temporary permit/license.
• Health Care Provider Basic Life Support Certification.
• Entry-level PTA acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist in delivering physical therapy procedures as prescribed.
• Modify treatment procedures within the established plan as patient status changes.
• Document patient progress notes accurately and timely.
• Ensure patient safety and comfort throughout therapy sessions.
• Coordinate workload and provide direction to PT aide as directed by the supervising therapist.
• Address age-specific needs of patients and treat patients with respect and dignity.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Team coordination

Education

Associate's degree

Job description

Mercy is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to support the Physical Therapist in delivering physical therapy services. The role includes performing delegated procedures, documenting patient progress, and adjusting treatments within the established plan as patient status changes.

The PTA will also coordinate with the PT aide and address the age-specific needs of patients. The position requires an Associate's degree, current licensure or temporary permit where applicable, and a Health Care