Inpatient Physical Therapist (Rehabilitation) - FT/80

Springfield Hospital; Springfield (VT); On-site; USD 53,450 - 73,012; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Comprehensive benefits package

401k with employer match

Paid time off

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Springfield Hospital in Springfield, Vermont is seeking an Inpatient Physical Therapist to deliver comprehensive patient care in various settings, including inpatient and emergency departments. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy, with a Master's or Doctorate preferred, and possess effective communication and interpersonal skills.

The position offers a salary range of $38.80 - $53.00 per hour, based on education and experience, along with a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and more.

Qualifications

• Current Physical Therapist license in Vermont in good standing.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers.
• Previous healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive patient care in the inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Evaluate patients recovering from surgery and create rehabilitation strategies.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team for optimal patient care.
• Document patient progress and communicate with healthcare providers.

Skills

Effective written and verbal communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Motivational skills

Time management

Complex problem-solving skills

Service-oriented

Instructing and teaching skills

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program

Master's or Doctorate degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Description

The Inpatient Physical Therapist will:

• Utilize the physical therapy process to deliver comprehensive patient care in an inpatient setting.
• Deliver comprehensive patient care in the Emergency Department and outpatient setting as needed.
• Carry out individualized programs that encompass assessment, treatment planning, implementation, education, and ongoing communication, all aimed at maximizing each patient's progress toward achieving functional goals.
• Evaluate patients recovering from surgery, trauma, or acute illness, creating tailored rehabilitation strategies to enhance mobility, strength, and overall functional independence.
• Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, provide hands‑on therapy and educate patients and their families on effective recovery techniques.
• Meticulously document patient progress and communicate with healthcare providers to ensure coordinated and optimal care within the unique challenges of a rural healthcare environment.
• Assists in the decision making for patient admission, discharge planning, and if further placement may be required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program
• Master's or Doctorate degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program. (preferred)
• Previous healthcare experience (preferred)
• Current Physical Therapist license in Vermont in good standing.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills and pleasant bedside manner
• Motivational skills
• Time management
• Complex problem-solving skills
• Service-oriented
• Instructing and teaching skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).

Salary Range: The base rate for this position is $38.80 - $53.00 per hour. The hourly range reflected above is a good faith estimate of base pay for the position. The rate for this position ultimately will be determined based on the education, experience, knowledge, and abilities of the successful candidate.

Springfield Hospital is proud to offer competitive wages, comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and vision, 401k with an employer match, short- and long-term disability insurance, paid time off, and referral bonuses. Employees are part of a close-knit, mission-driven team that values collaboration and growth.