Physical Therapist

Mercy; Dexter (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Hospital Stoddard in Dexter, MO is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to assess and develop individualized treatment programs for adult and geriatric patients. Under Therapy Leadership, you will provide direct supervision to patients and oversee rehabilitation technicians and PT assistants.

Requirements include a Bachelor/Master/Doctorate in Physical Therapy and current licensure in the state, BLS, and 6 months to 1 year of experience with adult and geriatric populations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor, Master of Science in Physical Therapy or Doctorate of Physical Therapy.
• Current/Temporary license of Physical Therapy in state of practice.
• Six months to one year experience preferred for Rehabilitation Physical Therapist; experience with adult and geriatric patients.

Responsibilities

• Perform objective assessments and 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.

Skills

Geriatric care

Adult patient care

Rehabilitation therapy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy

Master of Science in Physical Therapy

Doctorate of Physical Therapy

Tools

BLS Certification

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

Location

Location

Mercy Hospital Stoddard

1200 North 1 Mile Rd

Dexter, MO 63841

Hours/Schedule

Full-Time (40-hrs per week)

Days

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.

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