Physical Therapy Assistant /PRN / Joplin

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to support the Physical Therapist in delivering compassionate, patient-centered care. You will assist with therapy procedures, document progress, and adapt treatment within the plan.

Join a team that emphasizes safety, respect for patients and families, and collaboration with the PT and therapy aides to coordinate workload and ensure timely, effective rehabilitation.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate degree.
• Licensure: Current PTA license by the state's Board of Physical Therapy.
• Experience: entry level acceptable.
• Certifications: American Heart Association Health Care Provider Basic Life.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist in delivering physical therapy procedures as delegated.
• Document patient progress notes and treatments.
• Ensure safety and address age-specific needs of patients.
• Coordinate workload and provide direction to Physical Therapy aides.

Skills

PTA license

Documentation

Education

Associate degree

Job description

Overview

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.

Job Description

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Overview

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 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: American Heart Association Health Care Provider Basic Life

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.