PTA- FT Days

Mercy; Manchester (MO); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Retirement plan matching

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to assist the Physical Therapist in delivering patient-centered care within an established treatment plan. You will perform delegated procedures, document progress, and help coordinate the department workload while ensuring patient safety and comfort.

Entry-level applicants with an Associate's degree and current licensure (or temporary permit) in the practice state are welcome.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Physical Therapist Assistant required.
• Current state license or temporary permit for the state of practice required.
• Entry-level experience acceptable for this role.
• Health Care Provider Basic Life Support Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist in providing therapy and related tasks as delegated.
• May modify a treatment procedure within the established plan based on patient status.
• Document patient progress notes and report safety issues.
• Coordinate workload in the department and supervise the Physical Therapy aide as directed.
• Address age-specific needs and deliver care with respect and dignity to patients and families.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Team coordination

Communication

Education

Associate's degree in Physical Therapist Assistant

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:

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.