Full-Time Physical Therapist - Lymphedema Rehab Specialist

Baton Rouge General Medical Center; Baton Rouge (LA); Presencial; Jornada completa

Descripción del empleo

Helping Patients Restore Movement, Function & Quality of Life

What We're Looking For

• Current Louisiana licensure as a Physical Therapist (required).
• Minimum three (3) years of experience in physical therapy preferred.
• Preferred: Continuing education or certification in a specialty area (Orthopedics, Neurology, Pediatrics, Geriatrics).
• Strong clinical assessment, treatment planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in an interdisciplinary healthcare environment.
• Strong communication, teaching, and patient-education skills.
• Demonstrated clinical expertise in managing specialized patient populations.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.

Why You'll Love Working With Us

• Comprehensive benefits program for you and your family.
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities.
• Opportunities to grow and specialize in clinical areas.
• Collaborative, team-based care environment.
• Generous paid time off and employee wellness programs.
• Employee perks: https://www.brgeneral.org/about/careers/perks

What You Will Do

You will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized physical therapy treatment programs for patients while collaborating closely with the interdisciplinary care team to achieve optimal outcomes.

• Perform comprehensive patient evaluations and develop individualized plans of care.
• Implement therapeutic programs including strength, mobility, coordination, and gait training.
• Provide patient and family education including home exercise programs.
• Reassess patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Document evaluations, treatments, and progress according to regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Participate in care conferences and discharge planning.
• Recommend equipment, home modifications, and other discharge needs.
• Serve as a mentor and resource to therapy staff and students.
• Provide staff education and contribute to clinical training programs.
• Support specialty services and maintain referral networks.
• Participate in policy development and performance improvement initiatives.
• Attend continuing education and maintain licensure.
• Work across multiple clinical settings as needed.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

What Sets BRG Apart

At Baton Rouge General, Physical Therapists play a vital role in helping patients regain independence and improve quality of life. Our rehabilitation teams focus on collaboration, compassionate care, and clinical excellence to support every patient's recovery journey.