Outpatient PTA - PRN

Southeast Hospital; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

Mercy Joplin is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to support the Physical Therapist in delivering physical therapy and documenting patient progress. The role may modify procedures within the treatment plan as patient status changes.

This PRN, part-time position requires an Associate degree and current Missouri PTA licensure. You will contribute to safe, age-appropriate care while coordinating with the therapy team.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required.
• Current license to perform as a Physical Therapist Assistant in Missouri.
• Experience not required or entry-level acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist in providing physical therapy and document patient progress notes.
• Modify treatment procedures within the established plan as patient status changes.
• Coordinate workload with the Physical Therapy aide and supervise as directed.
• Address age-specific needs and ensure patient safety and comfort.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Team coordination

Education

Associate degree

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

The Physical Therapist Assistant assists the Physical Therapist in the provision of physical therapy. The incumbent shall perform physical therapy procedures and related tasks that have been selected and delegated by the supervising Physical Therapist. The Physical Therapist Assistant may modify a specific treatment procedure in accordance with changes in patient status within the scope of the Physical Therapist's established treatment plan. The incumbent documents patient progress notes. The incumbent shall safety and effectively provide physical therapy procedures as directed by their supervising Physical Therapist. The incumbent shall address appropriately the age specific needs for all patients. The incumbent will treat patients and families with respect and dignity. Patients pain will be assessed and treated according to the departments pain management policy. It is the philosophy of Mercy Hospital to optimize patients' comfort while they are in the hospital. The incumbent will identify and report any patient safety issue when identified. The Physical Therapist Assistant shall provide technical assistance and direction to the Physical Therapy aide and coordinates the workload in the department as directed.

• Joplin, Missouri
• Clinical/Allied Health
• Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
• PRN
• Part-time
• Mercy Joplin
• JR261633

Job Description

Position Details

Education: Associate degree

Licensure: Current license to perform as a Physical Therapist Assistant from the Board of Physical Therapy in the applicable State of practice.

Experience: Physical Therapist Assistant may be entry-level.

Certifications: American Heart Association Health Care Provider Basic Life

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.