Physical Therapy Assistant - Flexible Hours & Growth

Mercy; East St. Louis (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan matching

Job summary

Mercy is hiring a Physical Therapist Assistant to support the Physical Therapist in delivering physical therapy services. The incumbent will perform procedures as delegated, document patient progress, and coordinate the department workload while ensuring patient safety and addressing age-specific needs.

The position requires an Associate's degree, state licensure or temporary permit, and Health Care Provider Basic Life Support certification.

Qualifications

• Assist the Physical Therapist in providing physical therapy.
• Document patient progress notes and maintain records.
• Prioritize patient safety and address age-specific needs.
• Coordinate workload and support the Physical Therapy team.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist in providing physical therapy.
• Perform delegated physical therapy procedures and adapt to patient status changes.
• Document patient progress and maintain accurate records.
• Ensure patient and staff safety in the therapy area.
• Address age-specific patient needs during treatment.

Skills

Team coordination

Documentation

Patient care

Safety

Education

Associate's degree

Job description

Mercy is hiring a Physical Therapist Assistant to support the Physical Therapist in delivering physical therapy services. The incumbent will perform procedures as delegated, document patient progress, and coordinate the department workload while ensuring patient safety and addressing age-specific needs.

The position requires an Associate's degree, state licensure or temporary permit, and Health Care Provider Basic Life Support certification.