Part-Time Physical Therapist: Restore Mobility

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Part time

Job summary

Mercy Health Center is seeking a compassionate Part-Time Physical Therapist to join our rehabilitation team. You will assess adult and geriatric patients, develop individualized plans, and collaborate with physicians, nurses, and therapists to deliver coordinated care.

You will perform evaluations, set measurable goals, educate patients and families, and maintain accurate documentation while upholding Mercy’s standards and values.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current Missouri Physical Therapist license or eligibility for Missouri licensure.
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations using evidence-based assessment tools.
• Establish measurable treatment goals in collaboration with patients and caregivers.
• Develop personalized treatment plans tailored to adult and geriatric populations.
• Communicate treatment expectations, goals, and progress clearly with patients, families, and caregivers.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure coordinated patient care.
• Administer therapeutic exercises, treatment procedures, and rehabilitation modalities.
• Reassess patient progress and modify treatment plans as needed.
• Utilize appropriate safety practices and infection control measures.
• Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs, procedures, and precautions.
• Ensure family members and caregivers are prepared to support successful rehabilitation outcomes.
• Complete evaluations, progress notes, discharge summaries, and treatment documentation in accordance with departmental standards.
• Document patient progress toward established goals.
• Record patient education activities and treatment outcomes.
• Ensure accurate and timely charge capture and documentation compliance.
• Participate in staff meetings, in-service education, quality improvement initiatives, and competency programs.
• Maintain required licensure and certifications.
• Assist with onboarding and mentoring new staff members as needed.
• Support Physical Therapist and Physical Therapist Assistant student education opportunities.

Education

Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate in Physical Therapy (accredited program)

Missouri Physical Therapist license

BLS (Basic Life Support) certification

Job description

Mercy Health Center is seeking a compassionate Part-Time Physical Therapist to join our rehabilitation team. You will assess adult and geriatric patients, develop individualized plans, and collaborate with physicians, nurses, and therapists to deliver coordinated care.

You will perform evaluations, set measurable goals, educate patients and families, and maintain accurate documentation while upholding Mercy’s standards and values.