What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist - Home Care - Full Time - Mercy Jefferson position at Mercy?
Provides in home physical therapy services to patients with neuro and/or musculoskeletal disorders, under the direction of a physician.Position Details:
Physical Therapist - Home Care
40 hours per week, Days
Mercy Hospital Jefferson
Festus, MO 63028
Provides in home physical therapy services to patients with neuro and/or musculoskeletal disorders, under the direction of a physician.
Incentives and Benefits:
Full Time (40 hrs. per week,) Day Shift
Gas Mileage Offered - $0.70/mile
subject to change per Federal Reimbursement Rate
Flexible scheduling
Work life balance
Autonomous work
Qualifications:
Education: Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program.
Licensure: Current state license. Valid drivers license.
Experience: Two years experience in acute care or home care preferred.
Certifications: CPR certification.
Other:
Employee possesses good assessment and treatment planning skills.
Employee is energetic, gets along well with others, has good time management and problem solving skills.
Employee possesses good communication and documentation skills.
Employee is in good physical health and able to lift up to 50 pounds frequently with occasional lifting of over 50 pounds.
Employee frequently will work independently and must be able to handle emergencies without assistance.
Employee adapts to and works effectively with change, takes initiative, sets challenging objectives and values and seeks opportunity to learn.
Employee may be required to drive in hazardous conditions; must be able to follow written or verbal instructions and read a map.
Employee must independently schedule patient visits in timely and efficient manner; checking in with office daily to update schedule.
Employee is assigned weekend and on-call rotation.Employee has regular contact with agency staff members, physicians, hospital staff, and general public.
Employee regularly handles confidential information.
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.
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