Physical Therapy

Mercy; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 46,000 - 74,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy Fort Smith seeks a Per Diem Physical Therapist to perform objective assessments and develop individualized treatment programs for adult and geriatric patients under therapy leadership. The role includes supervising patients and rehabilitation staff while adhering to Mercy service standards.

Education must include a PT degree, state licensure, and BLS certification. Six months to a year of preferred rehab PT experience is noted, with emphasis on adult and geriatric care.

Qualifications

• Education: PT degree (BSc, MSc, MSD, or DPT) as required by state licensure.
• Licensure: Current or temporary Physical Therapist license in the state of practice.
• Certifications: BLS current before patient care.
• Preferred experience: 6 months to 1 year in rehabilitation PT, with adult and geriatric patients.

Responsibilities

• Perform objective assessments and develop comprehensive individualized treatment plans for adult and geriatric patients.
• Provide direct supervision to patients and supervision to rehabilitation technicians; supervise PT assistants per state practice acts.
• Align duties with Mercy mission, values and service standards.

Skills

Assessment

Patient supervision

Geriatric care

Team collaboration

Education

Physical Therapy degree (BPT/MS/PhD or DPT)

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.

Physical Therapist

Per Diem

Mercy - Fort Smith

Requirements:

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.