Part-Time Physical Therapist: Elevate Geriatric Care

Mercy; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

Mercy Hospital Southeast in Cape Girardeau, MO, seeks a part-time (24 hours/week) Rehabilitation Physical Therapist to join the Therapy team. Under Therapy Leadership, you will conduct objective assessments and develop individualized treatment programs for adult and geriatric patients.

Responsibilities include direct supervision of patients, indirect supervision of rehab technicians, and supervising PT assistants per State Practice Acts, aligned with Mercy mission and service standards.

Qualifications

• Education requirements include a PT degree (Bachelors, Masters, or DPT).
• Current/Temporary Physical Therapy license in state of practice.
• BLS certification required and current before independently caring for patients.
• Preferred experience: 6 months to 1 year in Rehabilitation Physical Therapy, with adults/geriatric patients.

Responsibilities

• Perform objective assessments and develop comprehensive individualized treatment programs for patients.
• Direct supervision of patients; indirect supervision of rehabilitation technicians; supervision of PT assistants per State Practice Acts.
• Uphold Mercy mission, values and Mercy Service Standards.

Education

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

Job description

Mercy Hospital Southeast in Cape Girardeau, MO, seeks a part-time (24 hours/week) Rehabilitation Physical Therapist to join the Therapy team. Under Therapy Leadership, you will conduct objective assessments and develop individualized treatment programs for adult and geriatric patients.

Responsibilities include direct supervision of patients, indirect supervision of rehab technicians, and supervising PT assistants per State Practice Acts, aligned with Mercy mission and service standards.