Physical Therapy Assistant-PRN - Washington

Mercy; O’Fallon (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to provide in-home therapy for patients with neuro or musculoskeletal conditions in Missouri. You will work under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, perform assessments, and document treatments while maintaining patient schedules.

The role requires CPR certification, an active state license, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. You may participate in weekend and on-call rotations and travel to patient homes as needed.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Current state license; valid driver’s license.
• CPR certification.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and travel to patient homes.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home physical therapy services under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.
• Evaluate patients and develop treatment plans with documentation.
• Coordinate with agency staff, physicians, and patients; maintain schedules and patient visits.

Skills

Assessment

Documentation

Communication

Time management

Education

PTA program graduate

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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