Physical Therapist Adult Therapy Full-Time

Baton Rouge, LA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 36 - 54

Posted on: 13 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The Physical Therapist Evaluates and treats patients within the scope of services offered by the department. Assists director with educational program and new program development marketing and promotion. Performs other duties assigned by department management according to policies and procedures and the mission of Womans Hospital.

Requirements:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a major in physical therapy.
State licensure with the Louisiana State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners.
Experience in pelvic floor therapy and/or cancer rehab preferred.

Responsibilities:

Completes case history and notes pertinent to prior medical history as reported by patient and caregiver..
Demonstrates flexibility in assessment procedure; adjusts evaluation session according to patients needs and abilities.
Accurately assesses: ROM strength sensation tissue tension spasm and pain functional and ADL deficits. Accurately assesses neuromotor developmental and orthopedic status; assesses visual perceptual and cognitive abilities.
Counsels patients and/or families regarding assessment results and provides relevant education materials.
Appropriately carries out treatment plan with ongoing assessment and modifications when necessary using measurable goals and objectives which are age and/or diagnosis specific.
Recommends appropriate home programs and documents patient education in progress notes.
Any other duties as assigned by Womans Hospital.

Schedule:

Monday - Friday; 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Occasional weekend coverage

Pay Range:

Hourly/Non-Exempt

$36.00 $54.00; based on work experience

A Work Experience with Purpose

Womans is one of the largest specialty hospitals in the country dedicated to the care of women and infants.Nationally recognizedfor exceptional patient care innovative programs and a supportive work environment we consistently exceed state and national benchmarks for patient satisfactiona reflection of our commitment to those we serve.

Were home to Louisianas largest delivery service and perform thousands of procedures annually including over 8500 surgeries and 35000 breast procedures. Womans was the first hospital in the Baton Rouge area to earn Magnet designation for nursing excellence and were honored to be named one of Modern Healthcares Best Places to Work in Healthcare year after year.

We are proud of the care our staff provides to patientsand to one anotherevery day.

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Womans Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex sexual orientation age disability genetic information veteran status national origin gender identity and/or expression marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law.

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