Physical Therapist (Non-Exempt)

mercy; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; 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 Rehabilitation Physical Therapist to assess adults and geriatric patients and develop individualized treatment programs under Therapy Leadership. The role includes supervising patients, rehab technicians, and PT assistants in line with state practice acts.

Requirements include a Doctorate/Master of Science in Physical Therapy or DPT, current licensure in the practicing state, BLS certification, and 6 months to 1 year of experience with adult and geriatric care.

Qualifications

• Licensure current or temporary in the state of practice.
• BLS certification required; must be current before caring for patients independently.
• Six months to one year of preferred experience in rehabilitation with adults and geriatrics.

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; adhere to Mercy standards.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Patient care

Supervision

Education

DPT / PT degree

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:

• 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.
• 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.