Hospital Physical Therapist (PRN) – Geriatric Rehab

Mercy; Wildwood (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Hospital Jefferson in Festus, MO seeks a Rehabilitation Physical Therapist to assess and plan individualized therapies for adult and geriatric patients under Therapy Leadership. The role includes supervising patients, rehab technicians, and PT assistants in compliance with state practice acts.

Join Mercy to contribute to patient-centered care with a focus on service standards, ongoing learning, and collaboration within a supportive team environment in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor, Master of Science in Physical Therapy or Doctorate of Physical Therapy.
• Licensure: Current/Temporary license of Physical Therapy in state of practice.
• Certifications: BLS certified. Required certifications must be current before assigned to care for patients independently.
• Preferred Experience: Six months to one year experience in Rehabilitation Physical Therapy; adult and geriatric patient care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs objective assessments and develops comprehensive individualized treatment programs for adult and geriatric patients.
• Provides direct supervision to patients and indirect supervision of rehabilitation technicians.
• General supervision of PT assistants in accordance with State Practice Acts.
• Acts in alignment with Mercy mission, values, and Service Standards.

Education

Bachelor/Master of Science in Physical Therapy or Doctorate of Physical Therapy

Job description

Mercy Hospital Jefferson in Festus, MO seeks a Rehabilitation Physical Therapist to assess and plan individualized therapies for adult and geriatric patients under Therapy Leadership. The role includes supervising patients, rehab technicians, and PT assistants in compliance with state practice acts.

Join Mercy to contribute to patient-centered care with a focus on service standards, ongoing learning, and collaboration within a supportive team environment in a hospital setting.