Physical Therapist - Acute Care, FT Days

Mercy; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition Support

Matched Retirement Plans

Job summary

Mercy Hospital South is seeking a Rehabilitation Physical Therapist to assess patients and develop individualized treatment plans for adults and geriatric patients. You will supervise patients directly and oversee rehabilitation technicians and PT assistants per state practice acts.

Education requirements include a DPT/MS in Physical Therapy or a BS in PT, with BLS current. Mercy offers extensive benefits, tuition reimbursement, and a collaborative team environment in St. Louis.

Qualifications

• Objective assessments and comprehensive treatment plans for adult and geriatric patients.
• Current or temporary Physical Therapy license in the state of practice.
• BLS certification current before patient care begins.
• Six months to one year rehabilitation PT experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision to patients and indirect supervision of rehabilitation technicians.
• Oversee rehabilitation technicians and PT assistants in accordance with state practice acts.
• Perform duties aligned with Mercy mission, values, and service standards.

Skills

Objective assessments

Comprehensive treatment planning

Direct supervision of patients

Rehabilitation technicians supervision

PT assistants supervision

Education

Bachelor of Science 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:

Mercy Hospital South

10010 Kennerly Rd, St. Louis, MO 63128

Tuition Reimbursement

Up to $2,000/year for continuing education

Education: 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.

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.