Physical Therapy Assistant/FT Mercy Hospital STL

Mercy; Ferguson (MO); Sur place; USD 42 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Résumé du poste

Mercy is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to support the Physical Therapist in providing therapy services. This role includes performing delegated procedures, documenting progress, and ensuring patient safety while addressing age-specific needs.

You will coordinate with the department and supervise aides as directed by the PT. Education required is an Associate's degree with current licensure in the state of practice and BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required.
• Currently licensed in the state of practice or holding a state-authorized temporary permit/license where applicable.
• Entry-level eligible for this role.

Responsabilités

• Assist Physical Therapist in delivering physical therapy procedures.
• Document patient progress notes accurately.
• Coordinate workload and supervise technician as directed by PT.
• Address age-specific needs and ensure patient safety and dignity.

Connaissances

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Formation

Associate's degree

Description du poste

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.