PTA - Acute Rehab Impact | Flexible Per Diem

Mercy; Waterloo (IL); On-site; USD 46,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Hospital Jefferson in Festus, Missouri seeks a Certified Physical Therapist Assistant to support the Physical Therapist in the Acute Rehab Unit. The PTA will perform delegated procedures, document progress, and ensure patient safety and comfort per policy, while addressing age-specific needs and pain management.

Per diem hours and on-site duties are involved. The role requires an Associate's degree, current state licensure, and BLS certification; entry-level candidates may apply and join a

Qualifications

• Education: Associate's degree.
• Licensure: Currently licensed in the state of practice or holding a state-authorized temporary permit/license.
• Experience: PTA may be entry-level.
• Certifications: Health Care Provider Basic Life Support Certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist in providing physical therapy and document patient progress notes.
• Modify a treatment procedure as needed within the plan of care and supervise by the Physical Therapist.
• Provide safe, age-appropriate care and address patient pain per policy.

Education

Associate's degree

Job description

Mercy Hospital Jefferson in Festus, Missouri seeks a Certified Physical Therapist Assistant to support the Physical Therapist in the Acute Rehab Unit. The PTA will perform delegated procedures, document progress, and ensure patient safety and comfort per policy, while addressing age-specific needs and pain management.

Per diem hours and on-site duties are involved. The role requires an Associate's degree, current state licensure, and BLS certification; entry-level candidates may apply and join a