Physical Therapist Assistant: Compassionate Care & Growth

Mercy; Webb City (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition support

Retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to support licensed therapists in delivering patient-focused care. The role includes assisting with prescribed therapy procedures, documenting patient progress, and ensuring safety and dignity in every interaction.

You will help coordinate the department workload and provide guidance to the physical therapy aide under the PT's plan. An associate degree is required, along with current licensure and AHA Health Care Provider Basic Life certification.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required and state licensure to practice as a PT assistant.
• Current license to practice as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
• CPR/BLS certification (American Heart Association Health Care Provider).
• Entry level candidates may apply.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist in delivering therapy procedures.
• Document patient progress notes as directed.
• Coordinate workload and supervise PT aide per plan.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Team coordination

Safety practices

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Medical equipment

Job description

Mercy is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to support licensed therapists in delivering patient-focused care. The role includes assisting with prescribed therapy procedures, documenting patient progress, and ensuring safety and dignity in every interaction.

You will help coordinate the department workload and provide guidance to the physical therapy aide under the PT's plan. An associate degree is required, along with current licensure and AHA Health Care Provider Basic Life certification.