Physical Therapist

Mercy; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid Time Off

Tuition Support

Retirement Plan

Job summary

Mercy - Fort Smith is seeking a Physical Therapist to assess patients and design individualized treatment programs for adults and geriatric individuals. Works under Therapy Leadership and supervises rehabilitation staff in accordance with state practice acts and Mercy standards.

Requires current PT license in the state, BLS certification, and preferred six months to one year of experience with adult/geriatric care.

Qualifications

• Current State license of Physical Therapy.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform objective assessments and develop comprehensive individualized treatment plans for adult and geriatric patients.
• Provide direct supervision to patients and supervise rehabilitation technicians and PT assistants as per state regulations.
• Adhere to Mercy mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Education

Bachelor, MS in Physical Therapy or DPT

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.

Physical Therapist

Full Time

Mercy - Fort Smith

Qualifications:

• Education: Current State license of Physical Therapy. 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 is preferred for 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.

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.