PTA- FT Days

Mercy; Dardenne Prairie (MO); Vor Ort; USD 42.000 - 64.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan matching

Zusammenfassung

Mercy is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to support the Physical Therapist in delivering patient care. You will perform therapy procedures, document progress, and adjust treatment within the established plan while ensuring patient safety and comfort.

This role requires an Associate's degree, current licensure or temporary permit in the state of practice, and a Health Care Provider Basic Life Support certification. Entry-level candidates are welcome to apply.

Qualifikationen

• Associate's degree required.
• Licensed in the state of practice or holding a state-authorized temporary permit/license.
• Entry-level position welcomed.
• Health Care Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Aufgaben

• Assist the Physical Therapist in delivering physical therapy to patients.
• Perform physical therapy procedures as delegated by the supervising PT.
• Modify a treatment procedure within the established plan based on patient status.
• Document patient progress notes and treatment outcomes.
• Address age-specific needs and ensure patient safety and comfort.
• Coordinate workload and provide direction to the Physical Therapy aide.

Kenntnisse

Patient care

Documentation

Team collaboration

Communication

Ausbildung

Associate's degree

Jobbeschreibung

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:

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.
Other:
Preferred Education:
Preferred Licensure:
Preferred Experience:
Preferred Certifications:
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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.