Physical Therapy Assistant - PRN (Home Health)

Mercy; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to support the Physical Therapist in delivering patient-centered therapy. You will document progress and adjust procedures per the supervising PT's plan while coordinating the department workload and guiding the therapy aide.

You must hold an Associate's degree with active licensure or a temporary permit where applicable, plus BLS certification. Entry-level applicants are welcome, and Mercy emphasizes respectful, age-appropriate patient care within

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required.
• Licensed or state-authorized temporary permit/license in practice state.
• Entry-level consideration.
• Health Care Provider Basic Life Support Certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist in delivering therapy as directed.
• Modify procedures within the treatment plan as patient status changes.
• Document patient progress notes and outcomes.
• Provide technical direction to the Physical Therapy aide and coordinate workload.
• Address age-specific needs and maintain patient dignity and respect.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Safety awareness

Team coordination

Pain management support

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: Currently licensed in the state of practice or holding a state-authorized temporary permit/license, where applicable.

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.