Physical Therapy Assistant — Growth, Team Impact & Tuition Support

Mercy; Luther (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Retirement plan matching

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to support the Physical Therapist in delivering patient-centered care in a hospital setting in Oklahoma. The role involves performing delegated physical therapy procedures, documenting progress, and adjusting treatments within the approved plan while ensuring patient safety and comfort.

The incumbent will supervise a Physical Therapy aide, coordinate department workload, and address age-specific needs while maintaining respect and dignity

Qualifications

• Minimum of an Associate degree.
• Current license to perform as a Physical Therapist Assistant from the Arkansas State Board of Physical Therapy.
• American Heart Association Health Care Provider Basic Life Support Certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist in providing physical therapy and related tasks as delegated.
• Document patient progress notes and safety reporting.
• Modify treatment procedures as directed by the supervising Physical Therapist within the plan.
• Address age-specific needs of all patients with respect and dignity.
• Coordinate workload and provide technical direction to the Physical Therapy aide.

Job description

Mercy is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to support the Physical Therapist in delivering patient-centered care in a hospital setting in Oklahoma. The role involves performing delegated physical therapy procedures, documenting progress, and adjusting treatments within the approved plan while ensuring patient safety and comfort.

The incumbent will supervise a Physical Therapy aide, coordinate department workload, and address age-specific needs while maintaining respect and dignity