Physical Therapist - Part-Time

Southeast Hospital; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy Hospital Southeast in Cape Girardeau, MO is seeking a part-time Rehabilitation Physical Therapist. The role requires evaluating adults and geriatric patients, designing individualized treatment plans, and supervising therapy staff under Mercy standards.

Eligible candidates hold a Physical Therapy degree (DPT/MS/BS), current PT licensure in Missouri, and BLS certification. Prior experience with rehab of adults and seniors is preferred.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Perform objective assessments and develop comprehensive treatment plans.
• Provide direct supervision to patients and indirect supervision to rehabilitation technicians.
• Supervise PT assistants in accordance with State Practice Acts.

Skills

Objective assessment

Direct supervision

Supervision of rehab staff

PT/ASD supervision

Education

Bachelor/Master of Science in Physical Therapy or Doctorate 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 Southeast (Cape Girardeau, MO)

Job Details

• Cape Girardeau, Missouri
• Clinical/Allied Health
• Rehabilitation/Therapy Services
• Regular
• Part-time
• Mercy Hospital Southeast
• JR267357

• 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.