Physical Therapist (Waldron)

Mercy; Waldron (AR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

Tuition assistance

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy in Waldron, Arkansas, seeks a full-time Physical Therapist to perform objective assessments and develop individualized treatment programs for adult and geriatric patients. You will supervise patients and rehab staff under Therapy Leadership, following Mercy standards.

Eligible candidates hold a current Physical Therapy license in the state, with a Doctorate/Master/Bachelor in Physical Therapy and BLS certification. Six months to one year of rehab experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Current State license of Physical Therapy.
• Bachelor, Master of Science in Physical Therapy or Doctorate of Physical Therapy.
• Current/Temporary license of Physical Therapy in state of practice.
• BLS certification; certifications must be current before patient care.

Responsibilities

• Perform objective assessments and develop comprehensive individualized treatment programs for adult and geriatric patients.
• Provide direct supervision to patients and supervision to rehabilitation technicians and PT assistants as per State Practice Acts.
• Adhere to Mercy mission, values and service standards while delivering care.
• Participate in collaborative therapy leadership and departmental policies.

Education

State licensure as Physical Therapist; Bachelor/Master/Doctorate in Physical Therapy

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

Full Time

Mercy - Waldron, Arkansas

Qualifications

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.