Physical Therapist

Overview

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.

• Perform objective assessments and develop comprehensive individualized treatment programs for adult and geriatric patients under the supervision of Therapy Leadership.
• Provide direct supervision to patients and indirect supervision of rehabilitation technicians; supervise PT assistants in accordance with State Practice Acts.
• Operate in a manner consistent with Mercy's mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

• 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.

• Location:
  
  Mercy Hospital Southeast, Cape Girardeau, Missouri
• Employment Type:
  
  Part-Time