PT Assistant - Outpatient

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Why MercyOne? At MercyOne, One Mission, One Team isn't just a slogan—it's the way we care for patients and for each other. Join us to enjoy:

Job Description

• Values-based culture grounded in Reverence, Integrity, Compassion & Excellence.
• Clinical variety: rotate through inpatient, outpatient, skilled nursing, home health, and community outreach—no two days are the same.
• Career growth & mentorship: structured onboarding, CEU dollars, tuition assistance, and the chance to precept interns.
• Work-life balance: flexible scheduling options and robust well-being resources.

What You'll Do As a PTA within Genesis Health System (a MercyOne ministry):

• Deliver skilled physical-therapy treatments under a licensed PT's plan of care in acute, post-acute, and community settings.
• Independently progress exercises, gait-training, and ADL programs per state PTA practice guidelines.
• Assist the PT with periodic reassessments and update goals based on patient performance.
• Accurately complete daily notes, progress summaries, and discharge documentation in the EHR—timely & audit-ready.
• Provide occasional guidance to PTA students/clinical interns with PT support.
• Partner with nurses, OTs, SLPs, respiratory therapists, physicians, and case managers to maximize functional outcomes.

Requirements

• Education: Associate degree (CAPTE-accredited PTA program).
• Licensure: Iowa PTA license at hire; eligible for Illinois license (obtain within 6 months).
• Certification: BLS/CPR within 6 months of start.
• Tech Skills: Basic Word & spreadsheet competency; comfortable with mobile charting.
• Soft Skills: Clear communication, patient motivation, willingness to navigate multiple care settings.

Nice-to-Haves

• Prior experience in any of the following: acute rehab, outpatient ortho, SNF, home health.
• Familiarity with OASIS or rehab outcome measures (FIM, CARE, etc.).
• Bilingual (Spanish, Bosnian, or ASL).

Schedule & Working Conditions

Full time 40 hours per week (1.0 FTE).

Ready to Live Your Calling? Join a rehab team that believes every body is a sacred story—and every colleague deserves to flourish.

Our Commitment: Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.