Physical Therapy Assistant /PRN / Joplin

Mercy; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to support our Physical Therapist in delivering high-quality patient care. You will perform delegated physical therapy procedures, document progress, and ensure safety and comfort for patients as part of a collaborative care team.

The role emphasizes addressing age-specific needs, reporting patient safety concerns, and coordinating workload with the therapy aide to maintain efficient department operations.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required for the role.
• Current license to perform as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the applicable State of practice.
• American Heart Association Health Care Provider Basic Life Certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist in providing physical therapy and related tasks as delegated by the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Document patient progress notes and update treatment records.
• Provide safe and effective physical therapy procedures as directed by the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Address age-specific needs for all patients and treat patients and families with respect and dignity.
• Identify and report patient safety issues when identified and coordinate workload with the Physical Therapy aide.

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.

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

• medical coverage
• dental coverage
• vision coverage
• paid time off
• tuition support
• matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Find your calling at Mercy! 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.