Physical Therapist, Full-Time Ortho/Sports, St. Peters

Mercy; Ferguson (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plan

Job summary

Mercy Hospital St. Louis-Physical Therapist Ortho/Sports is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to assess and develop comprehensive rehabilitation programs for adults and geriatrics under Therapy Leadership.

The role includes supervising patients and assisting staff; adherence to Mercy Service Standards within a hospital setting. Education requires a Doctoral/Professional degree in Physical Therapy with current MO licensure and BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Current/Temporary license of Physical Therapy in the state of practice.
• BLS certified. Required certifications must be current before being assigned to care for patients independently.
• Six months to one year of experience is preferred for a Rehabilitation Physical Therapist.

Responsibilities

• Performs objective assessments and develops comprehensive individualized treatment programs for adult and geriatric patients.
• Direct supervision of patients and indirect supervision of rehabilitation technicians; supervision of PT assistants per State Practice Acts.

Education

Bachelor's, Master of Science in Physical Therapy or Doctor 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:

Mercy Hospital St. Louis-Physical Therapist Ortho/Sports

107 Piper Hill Dr

Saint Peters, MO 63376

Shift:

Days and Evenings

Mon/Wed 8:30 am- 6:00 pm, Tues/Thurs 7:30 am- 5:00 pm, Fri 8:00 am-12:00 pm

Education:

Bachelor's, Master of Science in Physical Therapy or Doctor of Physical Therapy.

Licensure:

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

Certifications:

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

Preferred Experience:

Six months to one year of experience is preferred for a 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. regularly.
• Position requires prolonged standing and walking during each shift.
• Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.

We Offer Great Benefits

From day one, you’ll enjoy comprehensive health, vision, and dental coverage, plus paid time off (PTO), tuition reimbursement, and employer-matched retirement funds. These are just a few of the great benefits available to eligible co-workers, including those working 32 hours or more per pay period.

What Makes You a Good Match for Mercy?

Compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand here. A positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy align perfectly with our mission and vision. We’re collaborative and never afraid to go the extra mile to deliver excellent care—that’s part of our commitment. If that sounds like you, we encourage you to apply!

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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