Inpatient Physical Therapist - Impactful Patient Care

Ochsner Health; Chalmette (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Louisiana is seeking an inpatient physical therapist to evaluate patients and develop treatment programs based on physician orders. You will collaborate with the health care team to guide patients to the appropriate post-acute or home care options to meet individualized goals.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in physical therapy and an active license in the state, or eligibility for licensure by examination or reciprocity, plus BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor’s degree in physical therapy.
• Active physical therapy license in state or eligibility for licensure by exam or reciprocity.
• BLS certification.
• Proficiency with computers, software and web-based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Performs evaluations and develops treatment programs based on physician orders.
• Assesses patient response and adjusts treatment plan to improve outcomes and safety.
• Maintains patient records per documentation standards and hospital policies.
• Ensures treatment protocols support hospital quality and safety targets.
• Adapts communication and care to diverse patient populations.
• Travel between facilities as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Travel between facilities

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in physical therapy

Job description

Ochsner Health in Louisiana is seeking an inpatient physical therapist to evaluate patients and develop treatment programs based on physician orders. You will collaborate with the health care team to guide patients to the appropriate post-acute or home care options to meet individualized goals.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in physical therapy and an active license in the state, or eligibility for licensure by examination or reciprocity, plus BLS certification.