Posted 23 Sep 2026 (45 days ago) · Job 45306 · Read from the employer's Workday site, last checked 6 Nov 2026, 23:34 UTC

Physical Therapy Assistant - ARU/Per Diem - Mercy Hospital Jefferson -

Mercy · Mercy Hospital Jefferson

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Part time
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On-site
EducationStated
['associate degree', 'professional certificate']

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  • Associate's degreerequired

    Associate's degreefrom the posting

  • PTA license or temporary permitrequired

    Currently licensed in the state of practice or holding a state-authorized temporary permit/licensefrom the posting

  • Health Care Provider Basic Life Support Certificationrequired

    Health Care Provider Basic Life Support Certificationfrom the posting

  • Physical therapy proceduresimplied

    perform physical therapy procedures and related tasksfrom the posting

  • Patient documentationimplied

    documents patient progress notesfrom the posting

  • Pain assessment and managementimplied

    Patients pain will be assessed and treatedfrom the posting

  • Patient safety awarenessimplied

    identify and report any patient safety issuefrom the posting

Read the full posting as the employer wrote it

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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:

Mercy Hospital Jefferson - Acute Rehab Unit

1400 US-61 N

Festus, MO 62028


Hours/Schedule:

Per Diem



Qualifications
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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:

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.

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