Physical Therapist Assistant, Full-Time

Job overview

The Physical Therapist Assistant, Full-Time role is onsite in St. Louis, MO, with a 40-hour workweek and flexible start and end times; compensation is not specified. Mercy describes its work as shaping health care through innovation, technology, and compassion. The assistant supports physical therapy delivery by performing procedures selected and delegated by a supervising Physical Therapist. The role documents patient progress, responds to changes within the established treatment plan, and helps coordinate department workload to support safe, respectful patient care.

What you'll do

• Perform physical therapy procedures and related tasks selected and delegated by the supervising Physical Therapist
• modify specific procedures within the established treatment plan as patient status changes
• document patient progress
• address age-specific needs
• identify and report patient safety issues
• provide technical assistance and direction to physical therapy aides and coordinate workload as directed.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

physical therapist assistant

physical therapy

full-time

40 hours per week

flexible start and end times

st. louis mo

mercy

patient care

progress documentation

associate's degree

basic life support

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• paid time off
• tuition support
• matched retirement plans for team members working 32 or more hours per pay period.

Why this role

Associate's degree required; state license or authorized temporary permit/license required where applicable; Health Care Provider Basic Life Support certification required. Entry-level candidates may be considered.

About the employer

Mercy is hiring for this role. Industry: Specialty (except Psychiatric and Substance Abuse) Hospitals. Sector: 62.