Physical Therapy Assistant-PRN - Washington

Mercy; Wentzville (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant to deliver in-home therapy under a licensed Physical Therapist's supervision. You’ll assess patient needs, plan treatments, document progress, and coordinate visits with the office.

The role requires a current state PTA license, CPR certification, and a valid driver’s license, with weekend/on-call rotation as part of duties. Two years of acute or home care experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Current state license and valid driver’s license.
• CPR certification required.
• Excellent assessment, planning, and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Schedule patient visits independently and maintain timely updates with the office.
• Provide in-home physical therapy services under supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.
• Willingness to work weekends and on-call rotation; drive in hazardous conditions if needed.
• Lift up to 50 lbs frequently and handle emergencies as they arise.

Skills

Assessment

Documentation

Communication

Time management

Problem solving

Initiative

Education

Graduate of 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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