Physical Therapist OR Physical Therapist-Athletic Trainer

About the Role

Provide services in regards to prevention, recognition, evaluation, immediate care and rehabilitation for all active individuals and sports-related injuries. The individual will also demonstrate professional development and responsibility. This position is located at Mercy HealthTracks in Springfield, MO.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient care and assess data reflective of the patient's status.
• Interpret appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs.
• Provide care adapted to varying work hours and travel requirements throughout the year.
• Utilize various equipment such as therapeutic modalities, thermal and electric modalities, computers, dictaphones, cellular phones, and therapeutic equipment.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Physical Therapist

• Education: Bachelor, Master of Science in Physical Therapy, or Doctorate of Physical Therapy.
• Licensure: Current or temporary license of Physical Therapy in the state of practice.
• Certifications: BLS certified (must be current before assigned to care for patients independently).
• Preferred Experience: Six months to one year of experience is preferred, particularly with adult and geriatric patients.

Physical Therapist - Athletic Trainer

• Education: Graduate of an American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) accredited physical therapy program with a doctorate degree.
• Licensure: State of practice license for Physical Therapy and state of practice licensure for athletic training.
• Certification (Must Have One of the Following):
  • Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer (BOC).
  • Board Certified Sports Clinical Specialist (SCS) for Physical Therapy.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to push, pull, and/or lift 50 lbs on a regular basis.
• Prolonged standing and walking during each shift.
• Ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.

Benefits

• 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.