In-Home Physical Therapy Assistant | Impactful Care

Mercy; Dardenne Prairie (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental and vision coverage

Tuition support

Retirement plan match

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a qualified Physical Therapy Assistant to provide in-home therapy to patients with neuro or musculoskeletal disorders. The role works under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist and requires an accredited PTA program graduate with active state licensure and CPR certification.

Ideal candidates will have strong assessment and treatment planning skills, excellent communication and documentation abilities, and the physical capability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Current state license to practice as a PTA.
• CPR certification.
• Strong assessment and treatment planning abilities.
• Good communication and documentation skills.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 pounds and handle emergencies independently.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home physical therapy services under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.
• Schedule and manage patient visits independently; coordinate with the office to update schedules.
• Participate in weekend and on-call rotations and maintain timely patient documentation.
• Interact professionally with agency staff, physicians, hospital staff, and the public.

Skills

Assessment & treatment planning

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Lifting 50 lbs capability

Education

Physical Therapy Assistant program

Job description

Mercy is seeking a qualified Physical Therapy Assistant to provide in-home therapy to patients with neuro or musculoskeletal disorders. The role works under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist and requires an accredited PTA program graduate with active state licensure and CPR certification.

Ideal candidates will have strong assessment and treatment planning skills, excellent communication and documentation abilities, and the physical capability to lift up to 50 pounds.