Physical Therapy Assistant-PRN - Washington

Mercy; Union (MO); Sur place; USD 36 000 - 47 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Mercy in the United States is seeking a qualified Physical Therapy Assistant to provide in-home care to patients with neuro and/or musculoskeletal disorders under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. You will schedule patient visits, coordinate with agency staff, and maintain accurate documentation while delivering compassionate, patient-centered care.

The role requires graduation from an accredited PTA program, current state license, CPR certification, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Current state license to practice.
• CPR certification required.

Responsabilités

• Schedule patient visits in a timely and efficient manner.
• Work under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist and provide in-home care.
• Handle emergencies and maintain accurate documentation.

Connaissances

Assessment

Treatment planning

Communication

Documentation

Time management

Problem solving

Independent work

Physical stamina

Formation

PTA program graduate

Description du poste

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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