Acute Physical Therapist - Part Time

Mercy; Guthrie (OK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy seeks a Rehabilitation Physical Therapist to perform objective assessments and create comprehensive, individualized treatment plans for adult and geriatric patients. You will supervise patients directly and rehabilitation staff, ensuring care aligns with Mercy Service Standards and policies under Therapy Leadership guidance.

Qualified candidates hold a DPT or MS in Physical Therapy (or BPT) and a current state license, with BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor, Master of Science in Physical Therapy or Doctorate of Physical Therapy.
• Current license to practice Physical Therapy in the state.
• BLS certification required and current before independent care.
• Six months to one year of Rehabilitation Physical Therapist experience preferred, especially with adult and geriatric patients.

Responsibilities

• Perform objective assessments and develop comprehensive, individualized treatment programs for adult and geriatric patients.
• Provide direct supervision to patients and indirect supervision of rehabilitation technicians; oversee PT assistants as per State Practice Acts.
• Adhere to Mercy mission, values and service standards while delivering care under Therapy Leadership supervision.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Patient care

Supervision

Education

DPT / MS in PT / BPT

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Under the general supervision of Therapy Leadership and according to departmental policies and procedures regarding referral, standards of treatment, performs objective assessments, as well as comprehensive individualized treatment programs for adult and geriatric patients. Responsible for direct supervision to patients, indirect supervision of rehabilitation technicians. General supervision of PT assistants in accordance with State Practice Acts. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Position Details:

Education: Bachelor, Master of Science in Physical Therapy or Doctorate of Physical Therapy.

Licensure: Current/Temporary license of Physical Therapy in state of practice.
Experience:
Certifications: BLS certified. Required certifications must be current before assigned to care for patients independently.
Other:
Preferred Education:
Preferred Licensure:
Preferred Experience: Six months to one year experience is preferred for Rehabilitation Physical Therapist. Prefer experience with care for adult and geriatric patients.
Preferred Certifications:
Preferred Other:

Physical Requirements

• Position requires the ability to push, pull, and/or lift 50 lbs on a regular basis.
• Position requires prolonged standing and walking during each shift.
• Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.

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.