Physical Therapy Assistant/FT Mercy Hospital STL

Mercy; Collinsville (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy in Collinsville, IL seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant to help the Physical Therapist deliver patient care and perform delegated procedures while monitoring progress.

Required: Associate's degree, Illinois license (or temporary permit) and BLS certification. Entry-level candidates welcome. This 40-hour weekly role offers flexible start times and comprehensive benefits including tuition support and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required.
• Active state licensure or temporary permit available where applicable.
• Health Care Provider BLS Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Physical Therapist in delivering physical therapy and perform delegated procedures.
• Modify treatment procedures within the PT's plan according to patient status.
• Document patient progress notes and report safety issues.
• Ensure age-appropriate care and address patient and family needs with respect and dignity.
• Coordinate workload and provide direction to the PT aide.

Education

Associate's degree

Licensed in state

Health Care Provider BLS Certification

Job description

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:

Shift: 40 hours per week - Flexible start time and end time.

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.

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.