Physical Therapy Assistant/FT Mercy Hospital STL

Mercy; Webster Groves (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to support the Physical Therapist in delivering treatment plans. The role involves performing PT procedures, documenting patient progress, and ensuring patient safety under supervision.

The PTA may adjust procedures within the plan and coordinates workload with the PT aide, addressing age-specific needs and patient comfort. Education required is an Associate's degree with current licensure in the state of practice.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required.
• Current state license as PTA or state temporary permit/license.
• Health Care Provider Basic Life Support Certification (BLS).
• May be entry-level.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist in delivering physical therapy procedures.
• Document patient progress notes and treatment responses.
• Ensure safety and effective PT procedures under supervision.
• Coordinate workload and provide direction to the PT aide.

Skills

PTA duties

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:

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.