Physical Therapist - Part Time

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Part time

Job summary

Mercy Health Center is seeking a compassionate Part-Time Physical Therapist to join our rehabilitation team. You will assess adult and geriatric patients, develop individualized plans, and collaborate with physicians, nurses, and therapists to deliver coordinated care.

You will perform evaluations, set measurable goals, educate patients and families, and maintain accurate documentation while upholding Mercy’s standards and values.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current Missouri Physical Therapist license or eligibility for Missouri licensure.
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations using evidence-based assessment tools.
• Establish measurable treatment goals in collaboration with patients and caregivers.
• Develop personalized treatment plans tailored to adult and geriatric populations.
• Communicate treatment expectations, goals, and progress clearly with patients, families, and caregivers.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure coordinated patient care.
• Administer therapeutic exercises, treatment procedures, and rehabilitation modalities.
• Reassess patient progress and modify treatment plans as needed.
• Utilize appropriate safety practices and infection control measures.
• Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs, procedures, and precautions.
• Ensure family members and caregivers are prepared to support successful rehabilitation outcomes.
• Complete evaluations, progress notes, discharge summaries, and treatment documentation in accordance with departmental standards.
• Document patient progress toward established goals.
• Record patient education activities and treatment outcomes.
• Ensure accurate and timely charge capture and documentation compliance.
• Participate in staff meetings, in-service education, quality improvement initiatives, and competency programs.
• Maintain required licensure and certifications.
• Assist with onboarding and mentoring new staff members as needed.
• Support Physical Therapist and Physical Therapist Assistant student education opportunities.

Education

Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate in Physical Therapy (accredited program)

Missouri Physical Therapist license

BLS (Basic Life Support) certification

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Under the general supervision of the Rehab Therapy supervisor at the Rehab Center at Mercy Health Center, 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 Oklahama Practice Act. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Position Details

Physical Therapist (Part-Time)

Job Description

Under the general supervision of the Rehab Therapy supervisor at the Rehab Center at Mercy Health Center, 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 Oklahama Practice Act. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards. Are you passionate about helping patients regain independence, improve mobility, and achieve their highest level of function? Mercy Health Center is seeking a compassionate and skilled Part-Time Physical Therapist to join our rehabilitation team and make a meaningful impact in the lives of adult and geriatric patients. In this role, you will work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team to provide comprehensive evaluations, individualized treatment plans, and exceptional patient care while upholding Mercy’s mission, values, and service standards.

What You'll Do

As a Physical Therapist, You Will

• Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations using evidence-based assessment tools.
• Establish measurable treatment goals in collaboration with patients and caregivers.
• Develop personalized treatment plans tailored to adult and geriatric populations.
• Communicate treatment expectations, goals, and progress clearly with patients, families, and caregivers.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure coordinated patient care.

Provide Skilled Therapeutic Interventions

• Administer therapeutic exercises, treatment procedures, and rehabilitation modalities.
• Reassess patient progress and modify treatment plans as needed.
• Utilize appropriate safety practices and infection control measures.
• Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs, procedures, and precautions.
• Ensure family members and caregivers are prepared to support successful rehabilitation outcomes.

Maintain Accurate Clinical Documentation

• Complete evaluations, progress notes, discharge summaries, and treatment documentation in accordance with departmental standards.
• Document patient progress toward established goals.
• Record patient education activities and treatment outcomes.
• Ensure accurate and timely charge capture and documentation compliance.

Support Departmental Excellence

• Participate in staff meetings, in-service education, quality improvement initiatives, and competency programs.
• Maintain required licensure and certifications.
• Assist with onboarding and mentoring new staff members as needed.
• Support Physical Therapist and Physical Therapist Assistant student education opportunities.

Qualifications

Required Education

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.

Required Licensure

• Current Missouri Physical Therapist license or eligibility for Missouri licensure.

Required Certification

• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
• All required certifications must be current before independently caring for patients.

Preferred Experience

• Six months to one year of rehabilitation experience preferred.
• Experience working with adult and geriatric patient populations preferred.

Why Mercy Health Center?

At Mercy, you'll be part of a patient-centered organization committed to clinical excellence, compassionate care, and professional growth. You'll work alongside dedicated healthcare professionals in an environment that values collaboration, respect, and continuous learning.

Join Mercy Health Center and make every step of recovery count.

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.