Acute Care Physical Therapist - Impactful Rehab and Growth

Lifepoint Health, Inc.; Missouri; On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Loan assistance

401(k) with company match

Well-being programs

Professional development

Job summary

Kindred Hospital St. Louis South, part of Lifepoint Health, is seeking a Physical Therapist (PT) for acute care. This PRN daytime role requires work at least one weekend per month.

The PT will evaluate, plan, and implement prescribed therapy programs, supervise assistants, and participate in patient education to promote recovery and functional improvement. Strong teamwork and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current and unrestricted OT license in the state where services are rendered.
• Current CPR certification.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and conducts medically prescribed physical therapy treatment programs.
• Supervises physical therapy assistants and aides in performing treatment.
• Performs initial and ongoing assessments of patient condition.
• Establishes a plan of care aligned with identified problems and patient needs.
• Plans and carries out individualized physical therapy programs to improve function and reduce pain.
• Performs therapy interventions using standard PT techniques and equipment.
• Directs and supervises staff, delegates tasks, and documents goals and progress.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Effective communication

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy (accredited program)

OT license (state of service)

Current CPR certification

Job description

Kindred Hospital St. Louis South, part of Lifepoint Health, is seeking a Physical Therapist (PT) for acute care. This PRN daytime role requires work at least one weekend per month.

The PT will evaluate, plan, and implement prescribed therapy programs, supervise assistants, and participate in patient education to promote recovery and functional improvement. Strong teamwork and communication are essential.