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Posted 20 July, 2026

Physical Therapist - Home Care - Full Time - Mercy Jefferson

Mercy
Festus, MO, US Full Time

Job Description

Find your calling at Mercy!\n

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\nProvides in home physical therapy services to patients with neuro and/or musculoskeletal disorders, under the direction of a physician.\n

Position Details:\n

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Physical Therapist - Home Care

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40 hours per week, Days

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Mercy Hospital Jefferson

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Festus, MO 63028

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Provides in home physical therapy services to patients with neuro and/or musculoskeletal disorders, under the direction of a physician.

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Incentives and Benefits:

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    Full Time (40 hrs. per week,) Day Shift

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    Gas Mileage Offered - $0.70/mile

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      subject to change per Federal Reimbursement Rate

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    Flexible scheduling

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    Work life balance

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    Autonomous work

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Qualifications:

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    Education: Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program.

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    Licensure: Current state license. Valid drivers license.

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    Experience: Two years experience in acute care or home care preferred.

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    Certifications: CPR certification.

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    Other:

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      Employee possesses good assessment and treatment planning skills.

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      Employee is energetic, gets along well with others, has good time management and problem solving skills.

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      Employee possesses good communication and documentation skills.

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      Employee is in good physical health and able to lift up to 50 pounds frequently with occasional lifting of over 50 pounds.

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      Employee frequently will work independently and must be able to handle emergencies without assistance.

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      Employee adapts to and works effectively with change, takes initiative, sets challenging objectives and values and seeks opportunity to learn.

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      Employee may be required to drive in hazardous conditions; must be able to follow written or verbal instructions and read a map.

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      Employee must independently schedule patient visits in timely and efficient manner; checking in with office daily to update schedule.

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      Employee is assigned weekend and on-call rotation.Employee has regular contact with agency staff members, physicians, hospital staff, and general public.

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      Employee regularly handles confidential information.

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Why Mercy?\n

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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.

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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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