Physical Therapy Assistant/FT Mercy Hospital STL

Mercy Co; Florissant (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to support the Physical Therapist in delivering patient-centered care in a hospital setting in Missouri. The role involves performing delegated procedures, documenting progress, and ensuring safety under supervision.

You will adapt treatments based on patient status while addressing age-specific needs with compassion. You will mentor the Physical Therapy aide and help coordinate department workload, contributing to a collaborative care

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited PTA program.
• Current state licensure or temporary permit if applicable.
• Experience may be entry-level; willingness to learn and adapt.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist in providing physical therapy services.
• Perform delegated physical therapy procedures and modify treatment as patient status changes.
• Document patient progress notes accurately.
• Maintain patient safety and apply pain management policies.
• Address age-specific needs of all patients and uphold dignity and respect.
• Provide direction to the Physical Therapy aide and coordinate department workload.

Skills

Patient care

Delegation

Team coordination

Safety procedures

Education

Associate's degree

Tools

EMR system

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.