Inpatient Physical Therapist: Hospital Mobility Specialist

Ochsner Health; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Shreveport is seeking an inpatient Physical Therapist to evaluate patients and develop treatment programs based on physician orders. You will collaborate with the care team to facilitate post-acute or home care to achieve patient-specific goals.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in physical therapy, current state license or eligibility, and Basic Life Support. Travel between facilities is expected, with a commitment to privacy and quality care across the hospital system.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in physical therapy.
• Current physical therapy license in state of practice or eligibility for licensure by examination or reciprocity.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Performs evaluations and provides treatment programs to facilitate patient-specific goals.
• Assesses the patient’s response to treatment and recommends plan changes to improve outcomes.
• Maintains patient records according to documentation standards and policies.
• Ensures treatment protocols contribute to hospital quality and safety targets.
• Adapts communication and approach to individual patients and respects privacy.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Travel between facilities

Proficiency with computers and软件

Education

Bachelor's degree in physical therapy

Job description

Ochsner Health in Shreveport is seeking an inpatient Physical Therapist to evaluate patients and develop treatment programs based on physician orders. You will collaborate with the care team to facilitate post-acute or home care to achieve patient-specific goals.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in physical therapy, current state license or eligibility, and Basic Life Support. Travel between facilities is expected, with a commitment to privacy and quality care across the hospital system.