Physical Therapy Assistant - Full Time (Acute Care)

Mercy; El Reno (OK); Presencial; USD 60.000 - 85.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Matched retirement plans

Descripción de la vacante

Mercy is seeking a Physical Medicine Coordinator to lead education and staff development in the Inpatient Physical Medicine Department. The role ensures high quality, safe patient care and collaborates with leadership, educators, and clinical teams.

Education and licensure requirements include PTA/OT therapy assistant training, state PTA/COTA licensure, and at least 2 years in hospital acute care therapy, with CPR/Healthcare Provider certification.

Formación

• Successful completion of an accredited PTA/OT therapy assistant program.
• Current state license to practice PTA or COTA.
• At least 2 years of experience in a hospital acute care therapy setting.
• Healthcare Provider CPR/First Aid card or completion within probation.

Responsabilidades

• Coordinate educational opportunities and staff development within the Inpatient Physical Medicine Department.
• Collaborate with leadership, educators, and clinical teams to improve student and staff competence.

Conocimientos

Clinical education coordination

Curriculum development

Mentorship/preceptor development

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

Educación

PTA/OTA therapy assistant program

Descripción del empleo

Find your calling at Mercy!

The Physical Medicine Coordinator assumes responsibility for all related activities related to competence in the provision of high quality and safe patient care in the Inpatient Physical Medicine Department. Collaborates with leadership, technical and professional schools, and other content experts/educators to provide educational opportunities and improve student and staff competence.

Position Details

Education: Successful completion of an accredited (PT, OT) therapy assistant program.
Licensure: Current state license to practice PTA, COTA.
Experience: At least 2 years' experience in a hospital acute care therapy setting.
Certification: Must have a current Healthcare Provider card or complete a course within their probationary period.

Other Skills, Knowledge, Abilities:

• Understands clinical practices, latest technologies, educational methodologies, and regulatory standards, along with knowledge of planning, curriculum development, and mentorship principles.
• Demonstrates strong organizational, planning, and communication skills in clinical settings, emphasizing the ability to design orientation programs, facilitate preceptor development, and maintain patient care.
• Demonstrates effective collaboration, mentorship, regulatory compliance, and resource management to promote a culture of excellence and safety.
• Able to enhance technical skills, collaborate with educators, and reflect organizational values in professional interactions.

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.