Physical Therapist (Exempt)

StartupNWA; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy - NWA Clinic Sugar Creek is seeking a full-time Physical Therapist who will work under Therapy Leadership to perform objective assessments and develop individualized treatment programs for adult and geriatric patients, in accordance with Mercy standards.

The role includes direct supervision of patients and the indirect supervision of rehabilitation technicians and PT assistants, with emphasis on safe patient handling, documentation, and collaboration with a caring, innovative team.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Six months to one year experience preferred for Rehabilitation Physical Therapist; experience with adult and geriatric patients preferred.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

BLS certification

Education

Doctorate of Physical Therapy

Bachelor or Master of Science in Physical Therapy

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:

Physical Therapist

Full Time

Mercy - NWA Clinic Sugar Creek

Requirements:

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.

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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