Physical Therapist Assistant- Acute Care, FT

Mercy; Collinsville (IL); Vor Ort; USD 42.000 - 63.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Zusammenfassung

Mercy is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to support the Physical Therapist in providing patient-centered care in Collinsville, IL. You will perform delegated PT procedures and document patient progress, adjusting treatments within the established plan as directed by the supervising PT.

This role requires an Associate's degree and current licensure (or a state-authorized temporary permit), plus Health Care Provider Basic Life Support Certification.

Qualifikationen

• Associate's degree in Physical Therapist Assistant required.
• Current licensure in the state of practice or holding a state-authorized permit/license.
• Health Care Provider Basic Life Support Certification required.

Aufgaben

• Assists the Physical Therapist in delivering physical therapy.
• Performs delegated PT procedures and may modify treatments within plan.
• Documents patient progress notes and safety considerations.
• Addresses age-specific needs and treats patients and families with respect.
• Assesses and reports patient safety issues as needed.
• Coordinates workload and provides direction to the PT aide.

Ausbildung

Associate's degree in Physical Therapist Assistant

State licensure or temporary permit/license in practice state

Health Care Provider Basic Life Support Certification

Jobbeschreibung

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.

Position Details:

Education: Associate's degree.

Licensure: Currently licensed in the state of practice or holding a state-authorized temporary permit/license, where applicable.

Experience: Physical Therapist Assistant may be entry-level.
Certifications: Health Care Provider Basic Life Support Certification.
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Preferred Education:
Preferred Licensure:
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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.