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:
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 DoAs a PTA within Genesis Health System (a MercyOne ministry), you will:
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.
Must‑HavesEducation 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‑HavesPrior 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 ConditionsFull 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.