Inpatient Physical Therapist – Collaborative Rehab

ochsner; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in New Orleans is seeking an inpatient physical therapist to evaluate patients and design treatment programs based on physician orders. You will collaborate closely with the healthcare team to guide patients to the appropriate post-acute or home care, ensuring safety and quality of care.

The role requires licensure eligibility or active licensure and BLS. Strong communication, judgment, and interpersonal skills are essential as you work across departments and travel between

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in physical therapy required.
• Current physical therapy license in state of practice or eligibility for licensure by examination or reciprocity.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Performs evaluations and provides inpatient physical therapy treatment programs.
• Assesses patient response and adjusts treatment plans to improve outcomes and safety.
• Maintains patient records according to standards and procedures.
• Ensures protocols support hospital quality and patient safety goals.
• Communicates effectively with the care team across settings.
• Travel between facilities as needed.

Skills

Computer proficiency

Verbal and written communication

Judgment and decision making

Interpersonal skills

Travel between facilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in physical therapy

Job description

Ochsner Health in New Orleans is seeking an inpatient physical therapist to evaluate patients and design treatment programs based on physician orders. You will collaborate closely with the healthcare team to guide patients to the appropriate post-acute or home care, ensuring safety and quality of care.

The role requires licensure eligibility or active licensure and BLS. Strong communication, judgment, and interpersonal skills are essential as you work across departments and travel between