Outpatient Physical Therapist – Per Diem

MHM Support Services; Hazelwood (MO); On-site; USD 46,000 - 65,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision and dental coverage

Paid time off (PTO)

Tuition reimbursement

Employer-matched retirement funds

Job summary

Mercy Hospital is seeking a per diem Physical Therapist to perform objective assessments and craft individualized treatment plans for adults and geriatric patients. The role includes supervision of rehabilitation technicians and PT assistants, ensuring care aligns with Mercy standards and state practice acts.

Required are a PT licensure in the practice state and current BLS certification. Six months to one year of rehab PT experience is preferred, especially with older adults in a hospital

Qualifications

• Current/state licensure as Physical Therapist in the state of practice.
• BLS certification must be current before independent patient care.
• Preferred: 6 months to 1 year of Rehabilitation PT experience with adult/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.
• Supervise PT assistants in accordance with State Practice Acts and Mercy policies.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Geriatric care

Patient supervision

BLS certification

Education

Bachelor's in Physical Therapy

Master of Science in Physical Therapy

Doctor of Physical Therapy

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

Mercy Hospital St. Louis- Therapy and Rehab Shift: Per diem - Days and evenings Education: Bachelor's, Master of Science in Physical Therapy, or Doctor of Physical Therapy. Licensure: Current/Temporary license of Physical Therapy in the state of practice. Certifications: BLS certified. Required certifications must be current before being assigned to care for patients independently. Preferred Experience: Six months to one year of experience is preferred for a Rehabilitation Physical Therapist. Prefer experience with care for adult and geriatric patients.

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.

We Offer Great Benefits

From day one, you’ll enjoy comprehensive health, vision, and dental coverage, plus paid time off (PTO), tuition reimbursement, and employer-matched retirement funds. These are just a few of the great benefits available to eligible co-workers, including those working 32 hours or more per pay period.

What Makes You a Good Match for Mercy

Compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand here. A positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy align perfectly with our mission and vision. We’re collaborative and never afraid to go the extra mile to deliver excellent care—that’s part of our commitment.

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.

Transforming the Health of Our Communities

Our Mercy health system was founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1986. But our heritage goes back more than 195 years. It began with an Irish woman named Catherine McAuley, who was determined to help women and children in Dublin experiencing poverty. Though Catherine had a modest upbringing, she received an unexpected inheritance that allowed her to fulfill that dream. In 1827, she opened the first House of Mercy in Dublin, intending to teach skills to women and educate children. Many volunteers came to help. A few years later, Catherine founded the Sisters of Mercy, one of the first religious orders whose Sisters were free to walk among the poor and visit them in their homes. In 1843, the Sisters of Mercy came to the United States. In 1856, they traveled to St. Louis. In the years to come, they would establish hospitals throughout the Midwest. Many of these would join together in 1986 as Mercy.