Physical Therapy Assistant - PT, Days

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Dexter (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Retirement plan matching

Job summary

Mercy Hospital Stoddard in Dexter, MO, is seeking a Part-Time Physical Therapist Assistant to support the Physical Therapist in delivering patient care. The role requires documentation of progress, adherence to the treatment plan, and coordination with the PT team to ensure safe, effective care.

The ideal candidate holds an Associate's degree, current state licensure or temp permit, and BLS certification. Prior experience is not required, and the department emphasizes compassionate,

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required.
• Current licensure or temporary permit in the state of practice.
• Health Care Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist in delivering prescribed treatments.
• Modify a treatment procedure within the plan as patient status changes.
• Document patient progress notes.
• Provide technical direction to the Physical Therapist Assistant and coordinate department workload.
• Address age-specific needs and maintain patient safety and comfort.

Education

Associate's degree

Job description

Job Description

Find your calling at Mercy!

The Physical Therapist Assistant assists the Physical Therapist in the provision of physical therapy. The incumbent shall perform physical therapy procedures and related tasks that have been selected and delegated by the supervising Physical Therapist. The Physical Therapist Assistant may modify a specific treatment procedure in accordance with changes in patient status within the scope of the Physical Therapist's established treatment plan. The incumbent documents patient progress notes. The incumbent shall safety and effectively provide physical therapy procedures as directed by their supervising Physical Therapist. The incumbent shall address appropriately the age-specific needs for all patients. The incumbent will treat patients and families with respect and dignity. Patients pain will be assessed and treated according to the departments pain management policy. It is the philosophy of Mercy Hospital to optimize patients' comfort while they are in the hospital. The incumbent will identify and report any patient safety issue when identified. The Physical Therapist Assistant shall provide technical assistance and direction to the Physical Therapy aide and coordinates the workload in the department as directed.

Position Details

Location

Mercy Hospital Stoddard

1200 North 1 Mile Rd

Dexter, MO 63841

Hours/Schedule

Part-TIme (24-hrs per week), Days

Education: Associate's degree.

Licensure: Currently licensed in the state of practice or holding a state-authorized temporary permit/license, where applicable.

Experience: Physical Therapist Assistant may be entry-level.

Certifications: Health Care Provider Basic Life Support Certification.

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.

keyword(s): PTA