Physical Therapist: Growth, Tuition Support & Benefits

Mercy; Fairview Heights (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Physical Therapist to perform objective assessments and develop comprehensive individualized treatment programs for adult and geriatric patients under Therapy Leadership. The role involves direct supervision of patients, indirect supervision of rehabilitation technicians, and supervising PT assistants per State Practice Acts.

Required qualifications include a Bachelor, MS in Physical Therapy or DPT, current licensure, and BLS certification; 6 months to 1 year of experience

Qualifications

• Current/state licensure to practice physical therapy.
• BLS certification current and on file.
• Experience with adult and geriatric patients preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform objective assessments and create individualized 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 and Mercy policies.

Skills

Direct patient supervision

Supervision of rehab staff

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor, MS in Physical Therapy or DPT

Job description

Mercy is seeking a Physical Therapist to perform objective assessments and develop comprehensive individualized treatment programs for adult and geriatric patients under Therapy Leadership. The role involves direct supervision of patients, indirect supervision of rehabilitation technicians, and supervising PT assistants per State Practice Acts.

Required qualifications include a Bachelor, MS in Physical Therapy or DPT, current licensure, and BLS certification; 6 months to 1 year of experience