Inpatient Orthopedic PT (PRN, Weekend/Evenings)

United Surgical Partners International Inc (USPI); Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability

401(k)

Job summary

USPI Arizona Specialty Hospital is seeking a Physical Therapist PRN to join our inpatient orthopedic and spinal care team on weekends and select evenings. The PT evaluates and plans treatments for hospitalized patients, reviews goals with patients and families, and collaborates with physicians and staff to ensure timely care.

Requirements include current Arizona state license, graduation from an accredited physical therapy program, ongoing CE credits, and orthopedic experience; BLS is required.

Qualifications

• Current licensed in the State of Arizona.
• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program.
• Maintains continuing education credits as required by Arizona.
• Minimum 3 year orthopedic experience, preferred.
• Current BLS required.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Knowledgeable of current treatment protocols and rehabilitation equipment.
• Hospital Experience, preferred.

Responsibilities

• The PT evaluates, plans and implements treatments for hospitalized patients according to age specific needs.
• The PT reviews with the patient and caregiver the current diagnosis, prognosis and treatment goals while planning and implementing a safe and timely treatment plan.
• The PT collaborates with the referring physician and other hospital staff when needed and completes all patient care documentation concisely and timely.
• The PT provides input or support for facility training opportunities in ergonomics, body mechanics, and patient handling for staff as well as peri-surgery education for patients/families.

Skills

Current license

Communication skills

Treatment protocols knowledge

Hospital experience

Organizational skills

Education

Accredited physical therapy program

Job description

USPI Arizona Specialty Hospital is seeking a Physical Therapist PRN to join our inpatient orthopedic and spinal care team on weekends and select evenings. The PT evaluates and plans treatments for hospitalized patients, reviews goals with patients and families, and collaborates with physicians and staff to ensure timely care.

Requirements include current Arizona state license, graduation from an accredited physical therapy program, ongoing CE credits, and orthopedic experience; BLS is required.