Physical Therapist- FT, Days, Mercy Stoddard

Southeast Hospital; Dexter (MO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy Hospital Southeast in Dexter, Missouri seeks a Rehabilitation Physical Therapist to perform objective assessments and develop individualized treatment plans for adult and geriatric patients under Therapy Leadership. You will supervise patients and oversee rehabilitation technicians, with general supervision of PT assistants in line with State Practice Acts.

The role aligns with Mercy's mission, values and service standards.

Qualifications

• BLS certified.
• Current/Temporary license to practice Physical Therapy in state of practice.
• Six months to one year of Rehabilitation PT experience preferred, especially with adult and geriatric patients.

Responsibilities

• Perform objective assessments and develop comprehensive treatment programs for adult and geriatric patients.
• Provide direct supervision to patients and indirect supervision of rehabilitation technicians.
• Supervise PT assistants in accordance with State Practice Acts.
• Ensure compliance with Mercy mission, values and service standards.

Skills

BLS certified

Education

Bachelor, Master of Science in Physical Therapy or Doctorate of 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

Location

• Dexter, Missouri
• Clinical/Allied Health
• Rehabilitation/Therapy Services
• Regular
• Full-time
• Mercy Hospital Southeast
• JR273776

Job Description

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

Location

Mercy Hospital Stoddard - Physical Therapy Department

1200 North 1 Mile Rd

Dexter, MO 63841

Hours/Schedule

Full-Time (40-hrs per week), Days

Education

Bachelor, Master of Science in Physical Therapy or Doctorate of Physical Therapy.

Licensure

Current/Temporary license of Physical Therapy in state of practice.

Experience

Certifications: BLS certified. Required certifications must be current before assigned to care for patients independently.

Other

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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