PTA: Rewarding Rehab Career with Growth & Benefits

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Edmond (OK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to support licensed Physical Therapists in delivering therapy to patients in a hospital setting.

The role involves documenting progress, coordinating with the PT team, and adapting procedures under supervision while ensuring age-specific care and patient safety. BLS certification and Arkansas PTA licensure are required, with Mercy providing strong benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of an Associate degree.
• Current license to perform as a Physical Therapist Assistant from the Arkansas State Board of Physical Therapy.
• Entry level acceptable for the role.
• American Heart Association BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist in delivering therapy to patients.
• Document patient progress notes and treatment responses.
• Coordinate workload in the department and provide guidance to the PT aide.
• Modify procedures within the treatment plan as directed by the supervising PT.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Patient-centered care

Education

Associate degree

PTA Licensure (Arkansas)

BLS Certification

Job description

Mercy is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to support licensed Physical Therapists in delivering therapy to patients in a hospital setting.

The role involves documenting progress, coordinating with the PT team, and adapting procedures under supervision while ensuring age-specific care and patient safety. BLS certification and Arkansas PTA licensure are required, with Mercy providing strong benefits.