Physical Therapy Assistant - Full Time (Home Health)

Mercy; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 47,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Matched retirement plan

Job summary

Mercy Hospital is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to support licensed Physical Therapists in delivering patient-centered care. You will perform delegated physical therapy procedures, document progress notes, and adapt treatments within the established plan while addressing age-specific needs.

You will guide PTA aides and help manage department workload with safety and professionalism. Entry-level candidates with an Associate's degree and current PTA licensure in the applicable state are

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required for PTA licensure.
• Current license to practice as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the applicable state.
• Entry-level candidates may apply.
• BLS (Health Care Provider) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist in delivering physical therapy.
• Document patient progress notes and track treatment outcomes.
• Modify procedures within the established plan as patient status changes.
• Provide guidance to the Physical Therapy aide and coordinate department workload.
• Address age-specific patient needs and ensure safety during therapy.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Team coordination

Safety procedures

Education

Associate's degree in PTA

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.