Physical Therapy Assistant - Full Time (Acute Care)

Mercy; Yukon (OK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy is seeking an Inpatient Physical Medicine Coordinator to ensure high-quality, safe patient care in the Physical Medicine Department. The role collaborates with leadership, academic partners, and educators to improve staff competence and education programs.

Education: PTA or therapy assistant program; Licensure: PTA or COTA license; Experience: 2+ years in an acute hospital therapy setting; Certification: Healthcare Provider card required or obtained during probation.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of an accredited PTA or therapy assistant program.
• Current state license to practice PTA or COTA.
• At least 2 years' experience in a hospital acute care therapy setting.
• Healthcare Provider card (current or obtained during probation).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate activities to ensure high quality and safe inpatient care.
• Collaborate with leadership, schools, and educators to provide/advance training opportunities.
• Design orientation programs and support preceptor development; uphold patient care standards.
• Foster mentorship, regulatory compliance, and resource management to promote safety.

Skills

Clinical practices

Educational methodologies

Curriculum development

Mentorship principles

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

PTA/COTA 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.