Independent Physical Therapist—Slidell

Ochsner Health; Slidell (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health is seeking a Physical Therapist to autonomously deliver PT treatment, evaluate patients, and develop treatment plans. The role requires a Bachelor’s in physical therapy and an active state license, plus BLS certification.

You will maintain records, adapt care to patient needs, and contribute to program development while balancing access, patient experience, and quality metrics. Ideal candidates will have strong communication, judgment, and interpersonal skills, and demonstrate

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in physical therapy and active PT license in the practicing state.
• Requires strong communication and interpersonal skills to coordinate care.
• Demonstrates flexibility to adapt to patient demand and schedules.

Responsibilities

• Performs patient evaluations and develops individualized PT treatment plans.
• Monitors patient progress and adjusts treatment as needed.
• Maintains accurate patient records per policies and regulations.
• Meets productivity and quality metrics related to access to care and patient experience.
• Contributes to program development to serve patient and community needs.
• Delivers care with respect for privacy and patient communication preferences.

Skills

Computer literacy

Communication skills

Judgment

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in physical therapy

PT licensure in state of practice

BLS certification

Job description

Ochsner Health is seeking a Physical Therapist to autonomously deliver PT treatment, evaluate patients, and develop treatment plans. The role requires a Bachelor’s in physical therapy and an active state license, plus BLS certification.

You will maintain records, adapt care to patient needs, and contribute to program development while balancing access, patient experience, and quality metrics. Ideal candidates will have strong communication, judgment, and interpersonal skills, and demonstrate