PTA - Full-Time Days: Elevate Patient Care

Mercy; Chesterfield (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Mercy’s Physical Therapist Assistant role supports the Physical Therapist in delivering patient-centered physical therapy. The incumbent performs delegated procedures, documents progress, and helps adjust treatments as patient status evolves under supervision.

Emphasis on safety, age-specific care, and respectful interaction with patients and families. The PTA collaborates with the department, coordinates workload, and provides guidance to the PT aide to maintain smooth operations in a busy

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required.
• Current license in state of practice or valid temporary permit/license.
• Health Care Provider Basic Life Support Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist in delivering physical therapy and perform delegated procedures.
• Modify treatment procedures as directed by the supervising Physical Therapist when patient status changes.
• Document patient progress notes and ensure safety in all procedures.
• Coordinate workload in the department and provide direction to the PT aide as directed.
• Address age-specific needs and treat patients with respect and dignity.

Education

Associate's degree

Job description

Mercy’s Physical Therapist Assistant role supports the Physical Therapist in delivering patient-centered physical therapy. The incumbent performs delegated procedures, documents progress, and helps adjust treatments as patient status evolves under supervision.

Emphasis on safety, age-specific care, and respectful interaction with patients and families. The PTA collaborates with the department, coordinates workload, and provides guidance to the PT aide to maintain smooth operations in a busy