Physical Therapy Assistant - FT (Ardmore)

MHM Support Services; Ardmore (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Hospital seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant to support the Physical Therapist in delivering patient-centered physical therapy. The role includes performing delegated procedures, documenting progress, and ensuring safety and dignity for patients of all ages within the established plan.

Ideal candidates hold an Associate degree, current PTA licensure in the applicable state, and an American Heart Association BLS certification. Entry-level experience may be considered.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required to practice as a Physical Therapist Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist in providing physical therapy procedures and related tasks as delegated.
• Document patient progress notes.
• Provide technical assistance and direction to the Physical Therapy aide and coordinate department workload.
• Modify treatment procedures within the supervising Physical Therapist's plan as patient status changes.
• Address age-specific needs and ensure patient safety and comfort.
• Report patient safety issues as identified.

Education

Associate degree

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy! Overview 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 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 Support Certification.
• Other:
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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.

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Our Mercy health system was founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1986. But our heritage goes back more than 195 years. It began with an Irish woman named Catherine McAuley, who was determined to help women and children in Dublin experiencing poverty. Though Catherine had a modest upbringing, she received an unexpected inheritance that allowed her to fulfill that dream. In 1828, she opened the first House of Mercy in Dublin, intending to teach skills to women and educate children. Many volunteers came to help. A few years later, Catherine founded the Sisters of Mercy, one of the first relig... ... Many of these would join together in 1986 as Mercy. Click Here to Learn More about Mercy