Physical Therapy Assistant /PRN / Joplin

Mercy • Joplin, MO

6d

About The Position

The Physical Therapy Assistant assists the Physical Therapist in providing physical therapy. The assistant performs physical therapy procedures and related tasks selected and delegated by the supervising Physical Therapist. Within the scope of the established treatment plan, the assistant may modify a specific treatment procedure based on changes in a patient’s status. The position documents patient progress notes and safely and effectively provides procedures as directed by the supervising Physical Therapist.

The assistant addresses the age-specific needs of patients, treats patients and families with respect and dignity, and assesses and treats pain in accordance with the department’s pain management policy. The position identifies and reports patient safety issues. As directed, the assistant provides technical assistance and direction to the Physical Therapy aide and coordinates the department’s workload.

Requirements

• Associate degree.
• Current license to practice as a Physical Therapist Assistant from the Board of Physical Therapy in the applicable state.
• American Heart Association Health Care Provider Basic Life certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical therapy procedures and related tasks selected and delegated by the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Modify specific treatment procedures in response to changes in patient status, within the supervising Physical Therapist’s established treatment plan.
• Document patient progress notes.
• Provide physical therapy procedures safely and effectively as directed by the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Address patients’ age-specific needs and treat patients and families with respect and dignity.
• Assess and treat patient pain according to the department’s pain management policy.
• Identify and report patient safety issues.
• Provide technical assistance and direction to the Physical Therapy aide and coordinate departmental workload as directed.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Paid time off
• Tuition support
• Matched retirement plans for team members working 32 or more hours per pay period

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree