Physical Therapist (PT) PRN, Med/Surg
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Job Summary
Facility Name:Glendale Memorial Hospital
Job Type: PRN
Your experience matters
How youll contribute
The Physical Therapist (PT) assumes responsibility and accountability for a designated group of patients and provides physical therapy evaluations modalities and treatments in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies and procedures maintaining the highest degree of quality patient care. Assists patients to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities.
- Assumes responsibility and accountability for the care of those patients being treated by Physical Therapist Assistants and Therapy techs. May be assigned to orient staff and students and assume the duties and responsibilities of the supervisor in the absence of that individual.
- Assesses patients needs; identifies and initiates appropriate physical therapy interventions; works cooperatively with other patient team personnel in maintaining standards for professional physical therapy practice and interdisciplinary teamwork.
- Observes and evaluates treatment affect accomplishment of short and long term goals. Recommends change to physician if needed.
- Performs an appropriate assessment on each patient and performs reassessments as per policy. Performs accurate and timely QI scoring. The population is adult and geriatric patients requiring an adult medical rehabilitation program and services.
- Able to assess patient pain interfering with optimal level of function of participation in rehabilitation; makes appropriate interventions to reduce pain; makes appropriate physician contact for intervention.
- Formulates and updates patient specific plan of care for physical therapy
- Reports patient progress and barriers to discharge in each patient team conference
- Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
- Formulates a teaching plan based on identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning; family is included in teaching as appropriate. Performs appropriate documentation.
- Demonstrates knowledge competency and proficiency of physical therapy modalities.
What we offer
Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our addition to your base compensation this position also offers:
- Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical dental and vision coverage tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees and more.
- Financial Protection & PTO:Life accident critical illness hospital indemnity insurance short- and long-term disability paid family leave and paid time off.
- Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
- Employee Well-being:Mental physical and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships virtual care appointments mental health services and discount programs).
Qualifications and requirements:
- Current licensure as a Physical Therapist in the state where the hospital is located
- Inpatient rehab experience preferred
- Current BLS/CPR certification.
Connect with a Recruiter
Not ready to complete an application or have questions Please contact Lucious Harris by emailing
Wage scale: $55-$65 Per Hour
EEOC Statement
Lifepoint Rehabilitationis an Equal Opportunity Employer.Lifepoint Rehabilitationis committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.
Key Skills
- EMR Systems
- Early Intervention
- Acute Care
- Communication skills
- HIPAA
- Physiology Knowledge
- Workers' Compensation Law
- Computer Literacy
- Pediatrics Experience
- Home Care
- Patient Service Experience
- Medicare
About Company
Lifepoint Health provides a diversified healthcare delivery network that includes community hospital campuses, rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities across the United States.
