Per Diem Physical Therapist

Select Physical Therapy; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 69,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Select Medical's Select Physical Therapy in Las Vegas, NV is seeking a Physical Therapist for outpatient care on a per diem basis. The role focuses on delivering high-quality, patient-centered care to help patients return to athletics, work, and daily activities.

The ideal candidate is adaptable, patient-centric, an excellent communicator, detail-oriented, and a true team player, with current state licensure or eligibility and CPR certification.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed or eligible for licensure in the state of practice.
• CPR certification required.
• Ability to lift patients and perform physical tasks per PT practice standards.

Job description

Position: Physical Therapist - Outpatient Setting

Location: Las Vegas, NV

Schedule: Per Diem

Pay Rate: $60/hr

At Dignity, we take pride in creating an exceptional patient experience, helping our patients get back to athletics, work, life, and the things they love. Every physical therapist's journey becomes a testament to excellence, innovation, and life-changing patient care. We are here to nurture your growth as a physical therapist.

Our ideal team member is…

• Adaptable and Flexible: willing to adapt or adjust to accommodate your colleagues and patients
• Patient-centric: the patient always comes first and we treat every patient with care
• An exceptional communicator: someone who communicates proactively and with empathy
• Detail-oriented: people count on you to ensure all the details are done correctly the first time around
• Team Player: you will be an integral part of a clinical team

So we want to know…

• Are you someone who puts the needs of your patients above all else?
• Are you one of the most positive people you know?
• Are you at your best when you get to determine your goals and decide on the direction of your day?
• Do you hate the phrase, “that’s not my job!”?

If you answered yes to these questions, being a Physical Therapist at Select Medical may be a great fit for you!

One of the many unique benefits that our employees at Select Medical can take advantage of is our industry-leading continuing education opportunities, which are worth up to $15,580 each year! This includes the opportunity to join Select Physical Therapy’s nationally acclaimed and APTA accredited Orthopedic Residency Program, weekend classes and online education, and formal weekly mentoring program available for new grads. Residency and Fellowship programs.

Who is Select Medical?

We are the nation’s leading physical therapy provider and our teams are dedicated to the communities we serve. Our mission is to deliver an exceptional patient care experience that promotes healing and recovery in a compassionate environment. Select Medical was founded on five Core Values which guide our interactions with patients, families, partners and each other.

We deliver superior quality in all that we do

We set high standards of performance for ourselves and for others. We provide superior services to our patients. We continually strive to uphold and improve our reputation for excellence.

We treat others as they would like to be treated

We treat each other with respect and promote a positive environment where people feel valued. We are honest and open in our relationships and straightforward in our communications.

We are results-oriented and achieve our objectives

We are focused and decisive in achieving our objectives and helping others achieve theirs. We accept responsibility for our decisions and actions. We are accountable for using our time, talents and resources effectively.

We are team players

We work together to achieve company objectives. We do our share of the work on time and with superior quality. We share ideas and information. We give honest feedback and accept constructive criticism. We confront difficulties directly and maintain positive working relationships.

We are resourceful in overcoming obstacles

We pride ourselves on finding creative solutions to meet challenges we encounter. We are open to change and handle pressure with poise. We are flexible, adaptable and able to learn from our experiences.

Required Credentials

• Successful completion of those educational requirements as mandated for state licensure or eligibility for a license in Physical Therapy.
• Current State licensure or eligibility for licensure in the State of practice.
• Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification required.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift patients using biomedical techniques frequently throughout the course of a work day/shift. Must be capable of easily lifting fifty (50) pounds of weight alone.
• Ability to walk, bend, stand, and reach constantly during a work day/shift.
• Visual acuity (near and distant) sufficient to maintain accurate records, recognize people, and understand written direction.
• Ability to speak and hear sufficiently to understand and give directions.
• Ability to push wheeled equipment throughout the facility.
• Fine motor skills adequate for scheduling and preparing patients, equipment, and supplies for treatment.
• Ability to participate in sustained activities for many hours in duration in accordance with state labor laws.