Physical Therapy Assistant - Full Time (Acute Care)

Mercy; Newcastle (OK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Retirement match

Job summary

Mercy in Oklahoma is seeking a Physical Medicine Coordinator to lead education and quality initiatives in the Inpatient Physical Medicine Department, ensuring safe, evidence-based patient care.

The role partners with leadership, educators, and clinical staff to design orientation programs, advance staff competence, and promote a culture of excellence.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of accredited PTA/OTA program.
• Current state license to practice PTA or COTA.
• At least 2 years' experience in hospital acute care therapy.
• Healthcare Provider card or course completed within probationary period.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate activities related to competence in high-quality and safe patient care in the Inpatient Physical Medicine Department.
• Collaborate with leadership, education sources, and educators to provide educational opportunities.
• Improve student and staff competence through orientation and mentorship programs.

Skills

Clinical practices

Curriculum development

Mentorship

Communication skills

Collaboration

Regulatory compliance

Education

Accredited PTA/OTA program

Job description

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.