Supervisor-Therapy Services - Full-Time

Mercy Co; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans for team 32+ 

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a dynamic Supervisor, Therapy Services to lead our therapy team and shape rehabilitation care across adult and pediatric services. This full-time role combines clinical leadership with operational oversight and program development.

Candidates must hold an OT/PT/SLP license and CPR certification, with at least three years of clinical therapy experience; a Master's degree is preferred. Join Mercy to drive quality, collaboration, and outstanding patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree required.
• Licensure: Must hold a current state license as an Occupational Therapist (OT), Physical Therapist (PT), or Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP).
• Certifications: Current professional credential as an OT, PT, or SLP and CPR Certification required.
• Preferred Experience: Three years of clinical therapy experience.
• Preferred Education: Master's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise therapy operations, ensuring the delivery of high-quality patient care and exceptional service.
• Optimize staffing and productivity by aligning resources with patient census and departmental needs across adult and pediatric services.
• Promote clinical excellence by monitoring quality measures, identifying improvement opportunities, and implementing corrective action plans.
• Ensure compliance with all state, federal, and regulatory requirements related to therapy services and documentation.
• Hire, coach, mentor, and develop therapy professionals while supporting employee engagement and performance.
• Assist with departmental budgeting, annual planning, and operational goal setting.
• Oversee orientation, training, and ongoing professional development of team members.
• Maintain and improve policies, procedures, and best practices to support efficient operations and outstanding patient outcomes.
• Collaborate with physicians, department leaders, and interdisciplinary teams to enhance rehabilitation services and patient care.
• Champion documentation excellence and compliance across therapy programs.
• Coordinate facility and equipment needs, ensuring a safe and effective environment for patients and coworkers.
• Represent the department professionally within the organization and throughout the community.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Staffing optimization

Education

Bachelor's degree

State OT/PT/SLP license

CPR Certification

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Overview

Directs, coordinates and supervises the delivery of therapy services in either Sports and Therapy or Child Development and the activities of personnel involved in providing these services. Under the supervision of the Medical Director and the Manager of the Department of Outpatient Rehab, is responsible for the provision of services in accordance with Medical Center standards, and state, federal and local regulations.

Position Details

Supervisor, Therapy Services | Full-Time

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree required
• Licensure: Must hold a current state license as an Occupational Therapist (OT), Physical Therapist (PT), or Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)
• Certifications: Current professional credential as an OT, PT, or SLP and CPR Certification required
• Preferred Experience: Three years of clinical therapy experience
• Preferred Education: Master's degree preferred

Lead. Inspire. Make a Lasting Impact.

Mercy is seeking a dedicated and experienced Supervisor, Therapy Services to lead our therapy team and help shape the future of rehabilitation care. This leadership role offers the opportunity to combine clinical expertise with team development, operational oversight, and strategic planning to deliver exceptional patient outcomes across our therapy programs.

If you're a licensed therapist who is passionate about mentoring others, driving quality initiatives, and fostering a collaborative environment, we invite you to bring your leadership talents to our growing rehabilitation team.

What You'll Do

• Lead and supervise therapy operations, ensuring the delivery of high-quality patient care and exceptional service.
• Optimize staffing and productivity by aligning resources with patient census and departmental needs across adult and pediatric services.
• Promote clinical excellence by monitoring quality measures, identifying improvement opportunities, and implementing corrective action plans.
• Ensure compliance with all state, federal, and regulatory requirements related to therapy services and documentation.
• Hire, coach, mentor, and develop therapy professionals while supporting employee engagement and performance.
• Assist with departmental budgeting, annual planning, and operational goal setting.
• Oversee orientation, training, and ongoing professional development of team members.
• Maintain and improve policies, procedures, and best practices to support efficient operations and outstanding patient outcomes.
• Collaborate with physicians, department leaders, and interdisciplinary teams to enhance rehabilitation services and patient care.
• Champion documentation excellence and compliance across therapy programs.
• Coordinate facility and equipment needs, ensuring a safe and effective environment for patients and coworkers.
• Represent the department professionally within the organization and throughout the community.

Why Join Mercy?

At Mercy, you'll have the opportunity to lead a talented team dedicated to improving lives every day. We offer a supportive culture, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on patient care while advancing your leadership career.

Why Mercy?

• medical, dental, and vision coverage
• paid time off
• tuition support
• 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.