PTA- FT Days

Mercy; Saint Peters (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition support

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Mercy Hospital's Physical Therapy team seeks a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to support the Physical Therapist in delivering patient-centered care. You will perform delegated procedures, document progress notes, and adapt treatment within the planned plan while ensuring patient safety and comfort.

This role emphasizes teamwork, age-appropriate care, and communication with patients and families. A state license, Associate's degree, and BLS certification are required, with entry-level

Qualifications

• Associate degree in physical therapy assisting.
• Current license or temporary permit/license in the applicable state.
• Entry-level experience acceptable.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist in delivering physical therapy procedures.
• Document patient progress notes and treatment outcomes.
• Modify treatment procedures as directed within the established plan.
• Coordinate workload and provide direction to the PT aide as needed.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Teamwork

Education

Associate's degree

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:
Preferred Other:

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.