Physical Therapist - Acute Care, FT Days

mercy; United States; On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement up to $2,000/yr

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy Hospital South in St. Louis, MO is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to perform objective assessments and develop individualized treatment programs for adult and geriatric patients. The role includes supervision of patients, rehab technicians, and PT assistants, under Mercy Service Standards.

Requires a PT degree (BS, MS, or DPT), current state license, and current BLS. Tuition reimbursement is available, and Mercy offers comprehensive benefits for team members working 32+ hours per

Qualifications

• Bachelor, Master of Science in Physical Therapy or Doctorate of Physical Therapy.
• Current/Temporary PT license in state of practice.
• BLS certification must be current before caring for patients independently.
• Six months to one year experience in rehabilitation PT preferred, adult/geriatric care.

Responsibilities

• Perform objective assessments and develop comprehensive individualized treatment programs for adult and geriatric patients.
• Direct supervision of patients and indirect supervision of rehabilitation technicians.
• General supervision of PT assistants in accordance with State Practice Acts.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Patient supervision

Geriatric care

Team collaboration

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.