PT Assistant

Trinity Health; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

MercyOne Genesis in Davenport, IA is seeking a part-time Physical Therapy Assistant to support patient care across inpatient, outpatient, long-term care and home health settings.

You will operate under a licensed therapist, complete timely documentation, and help supervise clinical interns. Requirements include a two-year college program or equivalent, Iowa PTA license (or ability to obtain within 1 year) and Basic Life Support within 6 months; no prior experience required.

Qualifications

• Two-year college program or equivalent experience.
• Iowa PTA license or ability to obtain within 1 year.
• No experience required.
• Basic Life Support within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Provide treatment to patients within Genesis Health System in inpatient, outpatient, long-term, home healthcare and/or outreach settings.
• Provide treatment independently according to State practice guidelines.
• Be responsible for reassessment of patients under supervision of a licensed therapist.
• Complete necessary documentation in an accurate and timely manner.
• Supervise clinical interns in an effective and professional manner with guidance of the supervising physical therapist.

Education

Two-year college program or equivalent experience

Iowa Physical Therapist Assistant license

Job description

Employment Type: Part timeShift: Day ShiftDescription: At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor’s visit or a place to go when you’re in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities – that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well.

MercyOne Genesis serves a 17-county bi-state region of the Quad Cities (Davenport and Bettendorf, Iowa, and Rock Island and Moline, Ill.) metropolitan area and the surrounding communities of Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois. But when it comes to clinical capabilities and quality, we exceed those geographical limits. We have earned distinction as a two-time national Top 15 Health System, and recognition for being in the top 1 percent in the nation for patient safety.

Join the MercyOne Genesis family! We are looking to hire a PT Assistant!

As a PT Assistant at MercyOne Genesis, you will:

• Provide treatment to patients within Genesis Health System in a caring, professional andefficient manner - settings may include inpatient, out-patient, long term, home healthcareand /or outreach services
• Provide treatment independently according toState practice guidelines
• Be responsible for assisting the therapist inreassessment
• Complete necessary documentation in an accurate and timely manner
• Supervise clinical interns in an effective and professional manner with the guidance andassistance of the supervising physical therapist

Schedule:

• 20 hours a week
• Day shift

General Requirements:

• 2 year college program or equivalent experience
• lowa Physical Therapist Assistant license - if licensed in another state, must obtain licensure within 1 year
• No experience required
• Basic Life Support within 6 months

Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!

Visit MercyOne Careers to learn more about the benefits, culture, and career development opportunities available to you at MercyOne Health System circle of care.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.