Acute Care Physical Therapist - $15K Sign-On

Community Health Systems; La Porte (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$15,000 Sign-on Bonus

$10,000 Relocation

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Future Security: 401(k) with matching

Student Loan Support - Up to $10,000

Educational Tuition Assistance

Competitive Pay & Full Benefits

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Job summary

Community Health Systems is seeking a Physical Therapist for acute care at Northwest Health LaPorte, with occasional coverage at Northwest Health Starke. You will evaluate, plan, and administer rehabilitation for adults and children, establishing goals and reassessing progress to support recovery.

The role emphasizes collaboration with physicians and the care team, ensuring safe, effective therapy and accurate documentation in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy required.
• 0–2 years of experience in a physical therapy setting required.
• PT license in the state of employment required.

Responsibilities

• Conducts thorough PT evaluations and develops individualized treatment plans.
• Administers therapies and documents interventions.
• Reassesses and adjusts plans based on patient progress.
• Educates patients and families on exercises and post-care.
• Collaborates with physicians and interdisciplinary team to ensure quality care.

Skills

Therapy techniques

Documentation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Safety standards

Time management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Community Health Systems is seeking a Physical Therapist for acute care at Northwest Health LaPorte, with occasional coverage at Northwest Health Starke. You will evaluate, plan, and administer rehabilitation for adults and children, establishing goals and reassessing progress to support recovery.

The role emphasizes collaboration with physicians and the care team, ensuring safe, effective therapy and accurate documentation in a fast-paced setting.