Physical Therapy Assistant - Flexible Hours & Growth

Mercy; Kirkwood (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to work under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. You will assist with physical therapy procedures, document patient progress, and adjust treatments within the plan while maintaining patient safety and dignity.

You will support the department’s workload, supervise the Physical Therapy aide, and address age-specific needs across patient populations. Mercy emphasizes compassionate care and outstanding benefits for eligible staff.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent required.
• Pass/permit licensure in state of practice or temporary permit, where applicable.
• Health Care Provider Basic Life Support Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist in providing physical therapy under supervision.
• Document patient progress notes and modify treatments as directed by supervising PT.
• Ensure safe, effective procedures and consider age-specific needs of all patients.
• Coordinate workload and provide direction to the Physical Therapy aide as assigned.
• Treat patients and families with respect and dignity and report safety issues.

Education

Associate's degree

Job description

Mercy is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to work under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. You will assist with physical therapy procedures, document patient progress, and adjust treatments within the plan while maintaining patient safety and dignity.

You will support the department’s workload, supervise the Physical Therapy aide, and address age-specific needs across patient populations. Mercy emphasizes compassionate care and outstanding benefits for eligible staff.