Physical Therapist - Full-Time

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; WB Junction (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Physical Therapist for a full-time, day shift at 410 W Main Street. The role includes objective assessments and developing individualized treatment plans for adults and geriatric patients. You will supervise patients directly and rehabilitation staff in line with state laws and Mercy standards.

Minimum qualifications include a PT degree (Bachelors, MS, or DPT), current license, and BLS certification. Six months to one year of experience preferred with geriatric care experience.

Qualifications

• Education as specified: Bachelors/Master of Science in Physical Therapy or Doctorate of Physical Therapy.
• Current or temporary license to practice Physical Therapy in state of practice.
• BLS certification current before caring for patients independently.

Responsibilities

• Perform objective assessments and develop comprehensive individualized treatment programs for adult and geriatric patients.
• Directly supervise patients and indirectly supervise rehabilitation technicians.
• Oversee Physical Therapy assistants in accordance with State Practice Acts.
• Align practice with Mercy mission, values and service standards.

Education

PT degree options

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 - 410 W Main Street

Physical Therapist

Shift: Days, Full-Time

Minimum Requirements

• 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.

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