ACUTE HOSPITAL PHYSICAL THERAPIST, Per Diem

Northwest Specialty Hospital; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Medical, Dental, Vision plan

401(k) with company match

SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Northwest Specialty Hospital in Reno, NV seeks a Per Diem Acute Rehab Physical Therapist to join our 22-bed unit. You will evaluate patients, plan and direct PT/OT modalities, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to restore function after stroke or injury.

You will supervise staff, ensure accurate documentation, and participate in CQI activities while upholding infection control and safety programs.

This is a day-shift, per diem role with growth opportunities within the UHS network.

Qualifications

• Current State Physical Therapy Licensure.
• Three or more years of experience in all aspects of physical therapy.
• Current BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Direct therapy department staff, including therapists, assistants and aides.
• Observe and evaluate treatment effects; recommend changes to physicians as needed.
• Assess patients and perform therapy evaluations per policy for geriatric and adult populations.

Skills

PT Experience

Education

Physical Therapy Licensure

BLS Certification

Job description

Responsibilities

Per Diem positions may be eligible for our $2,000.00 sign-on bonus!

Northwest Specialty Hospital, an extension of Northern Nevada Medical Center, brings expanded services to a new building located at 6225 Sharlands Ave. in Northwest Reno. The facility will offer acute rehabilitation and adult behavioral health services.

Our acute rehabilitation services include occupational, speech, and physical therapy for adults recovering from stroke, injury, or another disabling condition. We offer advanced treatment for a wide range of conditions including stroke, brain injury, amputation, neurological disorders, major multiple traumas and spinal cord and back injuries. All patients will experience private rooms, have access to a newly renovated therapy gym, and personalized care from our qualified staff.

Website: www.northernnevadahealth.com

This Acute Rehab PhysicalTherapist opportunity is per diem, and a convenient day shift schedule. This position is for our NEW 22 bed Acute Rehab Hospital in Northwest Reno. We are searching for a dynamic PhysicalTherapist. You will be responsible for evaluation, planning, directing and administering physical/occupational therapy modalities of treatment for patients during their acute rehab stay. Therapists administer treatments and physical agents as prescribed by a referring physician to restore function and prevent disability following injury, disease or physical disability from diagnoses such as stroke, amputation, spinal cord injury, and traumatic brain injury. Assist patients to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning, while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities. The staff therapist coordinates, delegates and supervises responsibilities assigned to supportive staff. The staff therapist participates in operational aspects of the department such as interdisciplinary team meetings, maintains performance improvement activities within the department and participates in CQI activities. Ensures that documentation meets requirements, and treatment uses an evidence based approach. Ensures that patient charges are accurate and entered on a timely basis. Participates in all infection control, departmental equipment training and organizational safety programs.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Responsible for direction of the therapy department certified staff, including therapy assistants and aides.
• Ability to observe and evaluate treatment effect, recommends change to physician as needed.
• Ability to perform an appropriate assessment on all patients as related to the therapy requested and provided and reassessments as per policy. This includes geriatric patients and the general adult patient population.

Benefit & Rewards Highlights

• Per Diem positions may be eligible for our $2,000.00 sign-on bonus!
• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Tuition savings to continue your nursing education with Chamberlain University
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
• Pet Insurance
• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: uhsguest.com

About Universal Health Services

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) is one of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services. Since our founding in 1979, UHS has grown steadily into a premier Fortune 500® corporation perennially recognized by multiple esteemed national rating entities. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates inpatient acute care facilities, inpatient behavioral health facilities, outpatient and other facilities, nationwide virtual behavioral health services, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services with physical locations in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Ireland and United Kingdom. www.uhs.com.

Qualifications

• Current State Physical Therapy Licensure.
• Three (3) or more years of previous experience in all aspects of physical therapy, preferred.
• Current BLS certification.

EEO Statement

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