Physical Therapist

SSM Health; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital is seeking a part-time Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat movement dysfunction and pain. The role supports a flexible schedule with Monday–Friday involvement and one weekend per month, working across rehabilitation services in an academic medical center environment.

The position requires a PT licensure in IL/MO/OK/WI with BLS HCP certification within 90 days of employment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's, Master's or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy, or related as required to obtain licensure in state of practice.
• No experience required.
• Resuscitation Certification Requirement: Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) required within 90 day of employment.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and conducts medically prescribed physical therapy treatment programs to treat movement dysfunction and pain.
• Performs initial and on-going assessments of patient's condition.
• Establishes, revises and evaluates a plan of care which is appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient/family.
• Performs therapy interventions utilizing standard physical therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the condition of the patient.
• Oversees activities of physical therapy assistants, students, and other support personnel.
• Maintains appropriate documentation that details the patient's response to therapy and the need for skilled intervention as outlined by regulatory bodies.

Education

Bachelor's, Master's or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

It's more than a career, it's a calling

MO-SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital 1201 Grand

Worker Type: PRN

Job Highlights

Join a team where your work matters—every moment, every patient, every community. At SSM Health, you’ll be empowered to grow, supported to thrive, and inspired to make a lasting impact.

Why Work Here

• Meaningful patient care grounded in presence, compassion, and clinical skill
• Academic medical center environment that supports continual learning
• Training across the entire hospital with exposure to a wide range of acute care diagnoses
• Strong interdisciplinary teamwork focused on communication and collaboration
• Challenging and rewarding work that strengthens growth and confidence
• A shared commitment to excellence in every patient experience.

Department: Rehabilitation Services- Acute Care

Schedule: Part-time, working Monday–Friday schedule and no fixed weekly hours. This role is designed to provide support as needed, with an additional commitment of one weekend per month.

Job Summary

Evaluates and conducts medically prescribed physical therapy treatment programs to treat movement dysfunction and pain resulting from injury, disease, disability, or other health-related conditions.

Job Responsibilities and Requirements

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs initial and on-going assessments of patient's condition.
• Establishes, revises and evaluates a plan of care which is appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient/family.
• Performs therapy interventions utilizing standard physical therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the condition of the patient.
• Provides education to patient/family /staff by assessing patient/family educational needs.
• Provides for continuity of care by participating in discharge planning with patients, families and other health care providers as appropriate, providing home instructions to patients and caregivers, recommending and or providing equipment/ home modifications, and recommending appropriate follow-up care if needed.
• Oversees activities of physical therapy assistants, students, and other support personnel.
• Maintains appropriate documentation that details the patient's response to therapy and the need for skilled intervention as outlined by regulatory bodies.
• Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor's, Master's or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy, or related as required to obtain licensure in state of practice

EXPERIENCE

• No experience required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Constant standing.
• Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
• Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication.
• Frequent use of hearing to distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
• Frequent use of vision for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more).
• Frequent walking, reaching, gripping and keyboard use/data entry.
• Occasional bending, stooping, climbing, kneeling, sitting, squatting, twisting and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
• Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
• Occasional lifting/moving patients.
• Occasional use of vision to judge distances and spatial relationships and to identify and distinguish colors.
• Occasional driving.
• Rare crawling.

REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS

Resuscitation Certification Requirement: Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) required within 90 day of employment. Other resuscitation certifications may be required dependent on department.

State of Work Location: Illinois

• Physical Therapist, Licensed - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)

State of Work Location: Missouri

• Physical Therapist - Missouri Division of Professional Registration

State of Work Location: Oklahoma

• Physical Therapist - Oklahoma Medical Board

State of Work Location: Wisconsin

• Physical Therapist (PT) - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services

Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America)

Job Type: Employee

Department: 4503000037 Physical Therapy

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0

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