Inpatient Physical Therapist

Reid Physician Associates, Inc.; Richmond (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider is seeking an Inpatient Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat patients while supervising therapy assistants. You will be responsible for developing treatment plans, educating patients, and collaborating with healthcare teams. Candidates must hold a valid Physical Therapy license in Indiana and possess strong communication skills. The position offers day shift hours and integration within a caring, supportive healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Must be fully licensed in Indiana as a Physical Therapist.
• Basic Life Support certification is required.
• Preference for advanced clinical experience or expertise.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and document patient treatment plans.
• Supervise Physical Therapist Assistants and aides.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals on patient care.

Skills

Patient evaluation skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Supervisory abilities

Documentation and reporting

Patient education

Education

BS, MS, or DPT degree in Physical Therapy

Tools

Voalte communication system

Job description

Inpatient Physical Therapist5155 Physical Therapy**Schedule:** Day Shift. 4 ten hour days, Wed/Thurs/Fri/Sat**About the Position**The Physical Therapist evaluates each patient and provides medically prescribed treatments and education to patients to restore, improve, maintain the patient’s optimal level of functioning, independence, and quality of life. The Physical Therapist also supervises the provision of therapy services delivered by the Physical Therapist Assistants within their department location.**Overview of Responsibilities*** Evaluate each patient utilizing applicable diagnostic, prognostic, and functional ability assessments.* Re-evaluate patient status as appropriate for their plan of care/change of condition.* This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and can be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities that management deems necessary.* Interpret evaluation data, history, and applicable medical documentation to determine rehabilitation potential and potential benefit from intervention.* Identify physical, social, and psychological needs of the patient, family, and significant other.* Utilize patient/family/caregiver input in setting functional rehabilitation goals.* Document goals in functional, measurable, terms with stated timeframes.* Incorporate information gained in evaluation and assessment to determine appropriate, specific treatment plan for intervention.* Involve patient/family/caregiver in treatment planning.* Demonstrate competence in performing all procedures and treatments required in area of practice, including but not exclusive to those listed in the Competency Inventory.* Demonstrate awareness of continuity of patient care by following established plans.* Modify patient care based on continual assessment of the patient and effect of treatment intervention. This includes treatment provided by a PTA and countersigned by the PT.* Demonstrate skills in identifying, interpreting, and incorporating patient’s psychological, physical, and social responses to intervention.* Provide and/or recommend equipment or supplies for home use.* Provide for patient’s personal care and environment throughout the treatment.* Provide education appropriate to each patient’s level of understanding regarding evaluation, treatment, and self-responsibility.* Instruct in home treatment program to facilitate rehabilitation and promote independence in care as appropriate.* Collaborate with patient, caregivers, and other health care professionals in planning discharge from rehabilitation services.* Initiate discharge planning at time of initial evaluation.* Confer and communicate with referring physicians and other appropriate persons through the use of progress notes, letters, evaluations, team meetings, and direct contact concerning the proposed course, progress, and discharge plan of each patient.* Complete clear, concise, and clinically useful documentation in medical record in a timely manner according to organizational policy.* Provide clinical supervision to PTAs in the implementation of treatment plan.* Counter-sign PTA documentation in a timely manner in accordance with organizational policy.* Provide supervision at all times by direct contact (in person), by Voalte, or by phone during all hours services are provided.* Provide direct supervision of holders of an IN temporary permit as defined by Code.* Provide clinical supervision to Physical Therapy and Physical Therapist Assistant students on site.* Participate in and knowledgeable of QA&I activities.* Ensure patient and departmental safety through work requests, following safety procedures, and other appropriate measures.* Supervise and direct all physical therapy assistants and rehab techs in provision of care, including progression of program to optimize outcomes.* Assume responsibility to see that new physical therapy orders are promptly scheduled and notify supervisor when needed.* Conduct, participate in, and supervise the training and observation of medical and nursing personnel, students, and other persons in physical therapy.* Market and promote physical therapy services as appropriate.* Assume responsibility for the direction of physical therapy services as assigned by Manager or Director.* Submit capital equipment recommendations as appropriate.* Inform Manager and Director of department needs.* Understand the significance of, and participate in, appropriate volunteer opportunities within the greater community promoting and supporting a higher quality of life for our region. These opportunities may include the enhancement of social, educational, spiritual, physical, or psychological needs within our services area.This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and can be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities that management deems necessary.**Education & E****xperience*** BS, MS, or DPT degree or certification in Physical Therapy from an ACTA accredited educational program.* Preference may be given to individuals with advanced clinical skilled experience or expertise.**Licensure & Certification*** Must be fully licensed in Indiana to practice as a Physical Therapist. May work with a Temporary Permit under the stipulated supervision of a PT in accordance with Indiana regulations.* Additionally, if assigned to provide services in Ohio, the PT is required to hold a current OH license.* Basic Life support certification is required.Reid Health's inpatient hospital is a 189-bed, regional referral center with a Level lll Trauma Center and a Primary Stroke Center designation. Reid Health's outpatient services include more than 40 specialties and sub-specialties throughout an eight-county service area. With more than 3,100 employees, 100 volunteers, and 170 healthcare clinicians on staff, Reid Health believes in wholeness -- in body, mind, and spirit.The minute you step through Reid's doors, you'll be surrounded by friendly faces. Each of our employees plays an important role in the friendly and caring environment we call Reid Health.It's more than a place to work.Reid team members are involved in and care for our community, fostering a sense of belonging and camaraderie. They are the reason our patients feel safe and cared for. And they are the reason Reid Health is ranked among the best in quality care.Equal Employment Opportunity has been, and will continue to be, a fundamental principle at Reid Health. Therefore, Reid Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other factor protected by law. This applies to all policies and procedures relating to recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment.