Physical Therapist - Acute

Overview

SSM Health Rehabilitation‑Acute Care at St. Joseph Hospital West is seeking a Full‑Time Licensed Physical Therapist in Lake St. Louis, MO
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Established in 1986, the 216‑bed hospital is a Level III Trauma Center, a Level II STEMI Center, and specializes in obstetric and pediatric care. It provides a community‑based atmosphere where teamwork, individualized patient care, and professional development are emphasized.

• Evaluates all assigned patients and develops, implements, and modifies treatment plans in accordance with patient needs and physician direction.
• Delegates and directs all discipline‑specific therapy services for assigned patients.
• Ensures design of functional treatment programs that allow effective return to community activities.
• Serves as an educator for patients, families, students, coworkers, and self.
• Performs other professional duties associated with patient care, development of discipline‑specific therapy services, and design of program delivery.

• Current state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as a Physical Therapist required.
• Certified BLS or completion of BLS within the first 90 days of employment required.
• Orthopedic experience preferred.

• Company‑matching 401(k)
• Multiple and affordable PPO benefits with HSA options
• Generous paid time off, holidays, and extended illness days (EID)
• Short‑ and long‑term disability coverage
• Personal and family medical leave
• Excellent orientation program
• New–grad mentorship
• National continuing education courses (local and online)
• Student loan repayment assistance