Inpatient Physical Therapist - Impact & Growth

Rusk Rehabilitation Hospital, an affiliation of Encompass Health and MU Health Care; New Franklin (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) matching

FSAs/HSAs

Supportive team

Job summary

Encompass Health is seeking a Physical Therapist to deliver inpatient rehabilitation care in a supportive, patient-centered environment. You’ll assess, plan, and implement personalized therapy to promote recovery and function for each patient.

You’ll collaborate with a dedicated team, supervise care, and engage patients and families with compassionate communication. A degree in physical therapy and active licensure are required, with opportunities for growth and education.

Qualifications

• Current licensure or certification as required by state regulations.
• CPR certification is required.
• Master's Degree preferred, or Bachelor's Degree with sufficient experience.

Responsibilities

• Providing direct inpatient care to patients in need of physical therapy.
• Supervising care and treatments, leading patient assessments, creating personalized care plans, and addressing patient concerns.
• Building meaningful relationships with patients by taking the time to understand their physical, mental, and emotional needs to support their recovery.
• Celebrating every victory along the way.

Skills

State licensure

CPR certification

Inpatient rehab experience

Education

Master's Degree in Physical Therapy

Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy with experience

Job description

Encompass Health is seeking a Physical Therapist to deliver inpatient rehabilitation care in a supportive, patient-centered environment. You’ll assess, plan, and implement personalized therapy to promote recovery and function for each patient.

You’ll collaborate with a dedicated team, supervise care, and engage patients and families with compassionate communication. A degree in physical therapy and active licensure are required, with opportunities for growth and education.