Physical Therapist 10K Sign On Bonus Full Time

Are you a compassionate and skilled Physical Therapist looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of adult and geriatric patients Join our rehabilitation team and help patients regain mobility independence and quality of life while working in a collaborative patient-focused environment.

As a Physical Therapist you will evaluate develop and implement individualized treatment plans while partnering with patients caregivers physicians and interdisciplinary team members to deliver exceptional care. This role operates under the supervision of Therapy Leadership and in accordance with state practice acts departmental standards and Mercys mission values and service standards.

• Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and establish individualized plans of care.
• Assess patient needs using objective testing and clinical judgment.
• Collaborate with patients and caregivers to identify functional goals and expected outcomes.
• Develop age-appropriate treatment plans for adult and geriatric populations.
• Communicate treatment strategies goals and expectations clearly and professionally.
• Coordinate care with physicians nurses therapists and other members of the interdisciplinary team.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation of evaluations plans of care and required assessment tools.

• Deliver evidence-based physical therapy interventions therapeutic exercises and treatment modalities.
• Monitor progress and modify treatment plans based on patient response and clinical outcomes.
• Educate patients and caregivers on exercises safety precautions and home programs.
• Ensure safe treatment practices and compliance with infection control standards.
• Maintain productivity expectations while delivering high-quality patient care.
• Communicate patient progress and significant changes to physicians and care teams.

• Maintain accurate timely and compliant clinical documentation.
• Complete daily progress notes interim evaluations discharge summaries and patient education records.
• Track and document patient outcomes goals and functional progress.
• Ensure all patient charges and documentation are completed according to departmental standards.

• Participate in departmental meetings hospital initiatives quality improvement projects and continuing education.
• Maintain required licensure certifications and competencies.
• Assist with orientation and training of new staff and students as needed.
• Support a culture of learning collaboration and excellence across the rehabilitation department.

• Bachelors Masters or Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.

• Current or temporary Physical Therapist license in the state of practice.
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
• All required certifications must remain current before independently caring for patients.

• Six months to one year of physical therapy experience preferred.
• Experience working with adult and geriatric populations in a rehabilitation setting preferred.

• Regularly lift push and pull up to 50 pounds.
• Stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift.
• Frequently bend kneel squat twist reach and perform hands-on patient care activities.

• $10000 Sign-On Bonus
• Full-time stable schedule
• Collaborative interdisciplinary care team
• Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education
• Meaningful work that directly impacts patient recovery and independence
• Mission-driven organization committed to exceptional patient care

Apply today and help patients move forward regain independence and live healthier lives.