Physical Therapy Assistant/FT Mercy Hospital STL

Mercy; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to support licensed Physical Therapists in delivering patient-centered therapy. You will perform delegated procedures, adjust treatments per patient status, and document progress while ensuring safety and dignity in care.

Responsibilities include assisting aides, coordinating department workload, and addressing age-specific needs. Licensure in the state, BLS certification, and an associate degree are required for this role.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Physical Therapist Assistant required.
• Currently licensed in the state of practice or holding a state temporary permit where applicable.
• Health Care Provider Basic Life Support Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist in the provision of physical therapy as delegated.
• Modify treatment procedures within the plan of care as patient status changes.
• Document patient progress notes and report safety issues.
• Provide technical assistance and direction to the Physical Therapy aide and coordinate workload.
• Address age-specific needs and treat patients with respect and dignity.

Education

Associate's degree

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:

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.