Mercyhealth Wisconsin and Illinois·Perryville, Missouri
The Physical Therapist Assistant integrates subjective and objective data to follow established treatment plans using exercise, physical agents, and manual techniques to address patient deficits. Responsibilities also include maintaining thorough records with appropriate coding and billing, and communicating with other disciplines to enhance outcomes.
OVERVIEW This role provides physical therapy by evaluating patients, following treatment plans, and using exercises, hands-on techniques, and other therapies to improve movement and recovery. The therapist keeps accurate records, works closely with physicians and other healthcare providers, mentors new staff, supports quality improvement efforts, and helps educate patients, students, and the community.
Essential duties and responsibilities
Integrates subjective and objective data to follow an established treatment plan.
Utilizes exercise, physical agents, and manual techniques to address deficits.
Maintains a thorough record of services provided with appropriate coding and billing.
Communicates with other disciplines and referring providers to enhance outcomes.
Performs thorough and timely electronic documentation
Strengths in care delivery as evidenced by peer review feedback; consistently demonstrates advanced evaluation and treatment techniques
Participates actively in the PI and CQI process
Assists in the orientation, training and mentoring of new partners
Participates in cost saving initiatives within the department
Takes an active role in the performance improvement process
Maintain a high standard of patient care and provide effective communication between physical therapists, assistants and the physician group
Plans and conducts lectures and training programs on physical therapy and related topics for medical staff, students and community groups.
Education and/Or experience: Graduate of an accredited program for Physical Therapy Assistants
Certification/Licensure: Licensed as a physical therapist assistant in WI, IL or both if required
CPR/BLS required within 90 days of hire
Some independent judgement is required, based upon scope of practice and within professional standards.
$27.17 - $40.75
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At Mercyhealth, we don’t simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.
Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited program for Physical Therapy Assistants and must be licensed as a physical therapist assistant in WI, IL, or both if required, with CPR/BLS certification needed within 90 days of hire. Some independent judgment is required based upon the scope of practice and professional standards.
Market context
Physical Therapist Assistant openings in Missouri are often driven by ongoing rehab, outpatient, and post-acute care needs, so candidates with current licensure and APTA-accredited training are typically well positioned. These roles can be competitive because employers look for hands-on patient care skills, reliable documentation, and readiness to work across therapy settings. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your Missouri PTA license status and tailor your application to the care setting listed.