Physical Therapy Assistant - Full Time (Home Health)

Mercy; Blanchard (OK); On-site; USD 28,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a diligent Physical Therapist Assistant to support licensed Physical Therapists in delivering patient-centered care. The role involves implementing treatment plans, documenting progress, and ensuring safety and dignity for patients and families in a hospital setting.

Candidates must hold an active Physical Therapist Assistant license in the applicable state and may require BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required; licensure in applicable state to practice as a PTA.
• Current Physical Therapist Assistant license from the state board.
• Entry-level experience acceptable; Health Care Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) certification may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist in implementing treatment plans and procedures.
• Document patient progress notes as directed by the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Provide safe and effective PTA procedures and monitor patient status within the plan.
• Address age-specific needs for all patients and treat patients and families with respect and dignity.
• Identify and report patient safety issues when identified; coordinate workload and assist the PT aide as directed.

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:

Education: Associate's degree.Licensure: Current license to perform as a Physical Therapist Assistant from the Board of Physical Therapy in the applicable State of practice.Experience: Physical Therapist Assistant may be entry-level.Certifications: Health Care Provider Basic Life Support Certification.Other:Preferred Education:Preferred Licensure:Preferred Experience:Preferred Certifications:Preferred Other:

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.