Physical Therapy Assistant | Growth, Benefits, Impact

Mercy; Piedmont (OK); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan matching

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to support the Physical Therapist in delivering high-quality care. The role involves performing delegated PT procedures, documenting patient progress, and ensuring patient safety across age groups within the department's pain management policy.

You will assist the PT, guide the PTA aide, and coordinate workload while upholding Mercy's values of compassion and excellence in patient care.

Qualifications

• The Physical Therapist Assistant shall have a minimum of an Associate degree.
• Current license to perform as a Physical Therapist Assistant from the Arkansas State Board of Physical Therapy.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist in providing physical therapy and related tasks as delegated by the supervising PT.
• Document patient progress notes and maintain accurate records.
• Provide safe, effective physical therapy procedures as directed and address age-specific needs.
• Coordinate workload and provide technical assistance to the Physical Therapy aide as directed by the supervising PT.
• Identify and report patient safety issues.
• Safety and quality are emphasized in patient care while following the department's pain management policy.

Education

Associate degree

Job description

Mercy is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to support the Physical Therapist in delivering high-quality care. The role involves performing delegated PT procedures, documenting patient progress, and ensuring patient safety across age groups within the department's pain management policy.

You will assist the PT, guide the PTA aide, and coordinate workload while upholding Mercy's values of compassion and excellence in patient care.