Physical Therapist -PRN-Mercy Carthage

Company: Mercy
Location: Carthage
Posted on: May 28, 2023

Job Description:

We're a Little Different Our mission is clear. We bring to life a healing ministry through our compassionate care and exceptional service. At Mercy, we believe in careers that match the unique gifts of unique individuals - careers that not only make the most of your skills and talents, but also your heart. Join us and discover why Modern Healthcare Magazine named us in its "Top 100 Places to Work." Overview: Provides compassionate service and respects the personal dignity of patients, public and co-workers in a spirit of cooperation. Evaluates, develops and implements individual Physical Therapy programs for patients suffering from the effects of physical impairment, disability or handicap in order to a) restore, improve and maximize patient mobility and independent functioning within their physical limitations/ disabilities, b) increases strength and decrease pain, and assist patients in learning and/or regaining skills needed in the performance of activities of daily life. Develops and administers/supervises programs designed to reduce the effects of residual physical impairment, disability, and/or handicap through the uses of devices, specialized techniques, work programs and others. Provides clinical direction to PTA's. Qualifications:

• Education: Advanced graduate degree from an accredited academic program in Physical Therapy
• Licensure: Current State of Missouri License
• Other:
  • Working knowledge of exercise, electrical and manual modalities
  • Ability to make decisions on multiple different modes of information
  • Working knowledge of current rules and regulations
  • Basic Computer Knowledge We Offer Great Benefits: Day-one comprehensive health, vision and dental coverage, PTO, tuition reimbursement and employer-matched retirement funds are just a few of the great benefits offered to eligible co-workers, including those working 32 hours or more per pay period! We're bringing to life a healing ministry through compassionate care. At Mercy, our supportive community will be behind you every step of your day, especially the tough ones. You will have opportunities to pioneer new models of care and transform the health care experience through advanced technology and innovative procedures. We're expanding to help our communities grow. Join us and be a part of it all. What Makes You a Good Match for Mercy? Compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand with us. Having a positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission and vision. We're also collaborative and unafraid to do a little extra to deliver excellent care - that's just part of our commitment. If that sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply.
    Mercy has determined this is a safety-sensitive position. The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is an essential function of this job.

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