Physical Therapist Home Health- Fort Smith

Mercy Co; Van Buren (AR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy - Fort Smith is seeking a Physical Therapist for Home Health. This Full-Time role involves conducting objective assessments and creating individualized treatment plans for adult and geriatric patients, with supervision of staff and coordination with therapy leadership.

Required are current PT licensure in the state, a PT degree (DPT/MS), and BLS certification. Six months to one year of rehab PT experience is preferred, with focus on adult/geriatric care and adherence to Mercy standards.

Qualifications

• Current State license of Physical Therapy.
• Bachelor, Master of Science in Physical Therapy or Doctorate of Physical Therapy.
• Current/Temporary license in state of practice.
• BLS certification required and current before independent patient care.

Responsibilities

• Perform objective assessments and develop comprehensive treatment programs for adults and geriatric patients.
• Direct supervision of patients and supervision of rehabilitation technicians.
• General supervision of PT assistants as per State Practice Acts.

Skills

Assessment

Adult care

Geriatric care

Supervision

Education

DPT or MS in PT

PT licensure in state

BLS certification

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 - Home Health

Full - Time

Mercy - Fort Smith

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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