Physical Therapy Assistant-PRN - Washington

Mercy; Saint Peters (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to provide in-home therapy under a licensed Physical Therapist. This position requires graduation from an accredited PTA program, an active state license, and CPR certification.

You will schedule visits, communicate with the office, and participate in weekend/on-call rotations while delivering patient-centered care. The role emphasizes independent scheduling, safety, and collaboration with physicians and hospital staff, with emphasis on rapid

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Current state license and valid driver’s license.
• CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home physical therapy under supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.
• Independently schedule patient visits and check in with the office daily to update the schedule.
• Participate in weekend and on-call rotations and respond to emergencies as needed.
• Maintain accurate documentation and communicate with agency staff, physicians, and patients.
• Assist patients with lifting and mobility, following safety procedures.

Skills

Assessment & planning

Communication

Documentation

Time management

Education

Accredited PTA 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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