Inpatient Physical Therapist - Per Diem (61.80/hr)

Kingman Regional Medical Center; Kingman (AZ); On-site; USD 70,236 - 100,034; Part time

Job summary

A health care facility in Kingman is seeking a Physical Therapist (Inpatient) for a per diem role. Responsibilities include conducting evaluations, developing individualized care plans, and providing therapeutic interventions. Candidates must have an APTA approved degree and a PT License through the Arizona Board of Physical Therapy. This position allows for flexible scheduling and the opportunity to work in an interdisciplinary setting. Rate is $61.80 per hour.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an APTA approved four-year bachelor’s degree program, or foreign equivalent.
• Current PT License through the Arizona Board of Physical Therapy.
• BLS through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.

Responsibilities

• Conduct a Physical Therapy evaluation or screen.
• Develop an individualized Plan of Care with functional goals.
• Provide appropriate therapeutic interventions.
• Evaluate patient response to treatment and modify plan as necessary.

Skills

Conduct Physical Therapy evaluations

Develop individualized Plans of Care

Provide therapeutic interventions

Communicate effectively

Education

Graduate of an APTA approved bachelor’s degree program

Current PT License through the Arizona Board of Physical Therapy

BLS Certification

Job description

Job Description

Unlock your potential for professional development! We are looking for a Per Diem $65/hr, Physical Therapist (Inpatient), to join our Therapy Services Team!

Located in northwest Arizona, Kingman has a mild climate with stunning Arizona sunsets! In the shadows of beautiful mountain ranges and nearby lakes, Kingman is an outdoor enthusiasts' paradise with abundant sunshine and is a great community to live, work and play!

Position Purpose

All KHI employees are expected to perform their respective tasks and duties in such a way that supports KHI’s vision to be among the kindest, highest quality health systems in the country.

Job Description

Unlock your potential for professional development! We are looking for a Per Diem $65/hr, Physical Therapist (Inpatient), to join our Therapy Services Team!

Located in northwest Arizona, Kingman has a mild climate with stunning Arizona sunsets! In the shadows of beautiful mountain ranges and nearby lakes, Kingman is an outdoor enthusiasts' paradise with abundant sunshine and is a great community to live, work and play!

Position Purpose

All KHI employees are expected to perform their respective tasks and duties in such a way that supports KHI’s vision to be among the kindest, highest quality health systems in the country.

The incumbent shall be responsible for providing a full range of Physical Therapy services including assessment, treatment planning and therapeutic interventions in an interdisciplinary environment consistent with the position’s qualifications, professional practices and ethical standards. With each patient encounter, the incumbent shall use AIDET, perform hand hygiene, assists with positioning patient for comfort and pain management, and performs environment check prior to leaving patient’s room and/or maintains a clean and organized environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct a Physical Therapy evaluation or screen.
• Develop an individualized Plan of Care with functional goals.
• Provide appropriate therapeutic interventions.
• Evaluate patient response to treatment and modify plan as necessary
• Document the course of patient care including progress made and the continuing need for treatment.
• Provide patient and/or family education to help achieve goals.
• Communicates and demonstrates a professional image for patients, families, clients, coworkers, and others.
• Adhere to policies, rules, and regulations from KHI, Arizona State Board of Physical Therapy, and Medicare.
• Assists with orientation of new staff as requested.
• Meets KHI requirements for skills competency and safety.
• Participate in continuing education/professional development activities.
• Assists with the Physical Therapy and Physical Therapy Assistant student program.
• Participate in staff meetings, client relation and marketing activities.
• Documentation is complete and accurate, meeting all KHI, Arizona State Board of Physical Therapy, and Medicare regulatory requirements.
• Billing is completed by the end of each shift, accurate, meets reasonable and necessary requirements, and is justified in the documentation.
• Individual productivity meets department standards.
• Patient satisfaction will meet or exceed department standards.
  
  

Qualifications

Education: Graduate of an APTA approved four year bachelor’s degree program, or foreign equivalent.

Licensure: Current PT License through the AZ Board of Physical Therapy

Certification: BLS through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross

Experience: Recent experience working with an adult and geriatric population

Preferences

Special Position Requirements

Education/experience serving people with physical disabilities is desirable.

Exposure Categories: Category II: Expected duties have possible, but not routine, potential for exposure to

blood, body fluids or tissues.

Work Requirements

The Incumbent shall have the ability to lift and transfer patients and equipment, have the ability to stand, walk, sit, bend, stoop, crouch, and communicate to provide therapeutic interventions.