Physical Therapy Assistant - Full-time

Northshore Home Health Care; Missouri; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to collaborate with licensed Physical Therapists in delivering effective physical therapy treatments. You will monitor patient progress, document outcomes, and support safety and quality in care across diverse patient populations.

The role emphasizes strong clinical skills, clear communication, teamwork, and compassionate patient-centered care, with opportunities to guide and assist Physical Therapy Aides within the care team.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited PTA program.
• Current licensure or temporary permit.
• BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Implementing treatment plans.
• Performing therapeutic exercises.
• Administering modalities such as ultrasound and electrical stimulation.
• Assisting with wound care.
• Assessing patient responses.
• Providing age-appropriate care for diverse patient populations.

Skills

Clinical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Judgment

Professionalism

Dependability

Compassionate care

Education

Associate degree from an accredited PTA program

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy! The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) collaborates with licensed Physical Therapists to deliver physical therapy treatments, monitor patient progress, and document outcomes.

Key responsibilities

• implementing treatment plans
• performing therapeutic exercises
• administering modalities such as ultrasound and electrical stimulation
• assisting with wound care
• assessing patient responses
• providing age-appropriate care for diverse patient populations.

Qualifications

• an associate degree from an accredited program
• current licensure or temporary permit
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply.

Essential qualities

• strong clinical skills
• excellent communication
• teamwork
• sound judgment
• professionalism
• dependability
• a compassionate, patient-focused approach.

The PTA supports safety, quality outcomes, and collaborates effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members, while guiding and assisting Physical Therapy Aides.