Physical Therapy Assistant-PRN - Washington

Mercy; Dardenne Prairie (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental and vision coverage

Tuition support

Retirement plan match

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a qualified Physical Therapy Assistant to provide in-home therapy to patients with neuro or musculoskeletal disorders. The role works under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist and requires an accredited PTA program graduate with active state licensure and CPR certification.

Ideal candidates will have strong assessment and treatment planning skills, excellent communication and documentation abilities, and the physical capability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Current state license to practice as a PTA.
• CPR certification.
• Strong assessment and treatment planning abilities.
• Good communication and documentation skills.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 pounds and handle emergencies independently.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home physical therapy services under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.
• Schedule and manage patient visits independently; coordinate with the office to update schedules.
• Participate in weekend and on-call rotations and maintain timely patient documentation.
• Interact professionally with agency staff, physicians, hospital staff, and the public.

Skills

Assessment & treatment planning

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Lifting 50 lbs capability

Education

Physical Therapy Assistant program

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Overview

Provides in home physical therapy services to patients that have neuro and/or musculoskeletal disorders. Works under direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.

Position Details

Qualifications
Education: Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.

Licensure: Current state license. Valid drivers license.

Experience:
Certifications: CPR certification.

Other: Employee possesses good assessment and treatment planning skills. Employee is energetic, gets along well with others, has good time management and problem solving skills. Employee possesses good communication and documentation skills. Employee is in good physical health and able to lift up to 50 pounds frequently with occasional lifting of over 50 pounds. Employee frequently will work independently and must be able to handle emergencies without assistance. Employee adapts to and works effectively with change, takes initiative, sets challenging objectives and values and seeks opportunity to learn. Employee may be required to drive in hazardous conditions; must be able to follow written or verbal instructions and read a map. Employee must independently schedule patient visits in timely and efficient manner; checking in with office daily to update schedule. Employee is assigned weekend and on-call rotation.Employee has regular contact with agency staff members, physicians, hospital staff, and general public. Employee regularly handles confidential information

Preferred Experience: Two years experience in acute care or home care preferred.

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.

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