Per Diem Physical Therapist - Impactful Recovery & Growth

Regency Hospital Company; East Chicago (IN); On-site; USD 61,372 - 87,408; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Extensive orientation program

Opportunity for advancement

401k eligibility after 1,000 hours

Job summary

A critical illness recovery hospital in East Chicago seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to provide compassionate care to patients. In this per diem role, you will conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and educate patients while supervising assistants. The position offers an orientation program and potential for future full-time opportunities, with a focus on quality improvement and exceptional patient care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial and ongoing systematic patient assessments.
• Monitor and adapt therapy regimens based on patient responses.
• Educate and counsel patients and families.
• Develop and implement individual treatment plans.
• Supervise PT Assistants and students.
• Participate in discharge planning.

Skills

Patient assessment

Quality improvement

Teaching and counseling

Goal setting and treatment planning

Cooperative teamwork

Patient therapy regimens

Monitoring response to treatment

Documentation skills

Education

Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist

Certified BLS or completion in first 90 days of employment

Job description

A critical illness recovery hospital in East Chicago seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to provide compassionate care to patients. In this per diem role, you will conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and educate patients while supervising assistants. The position offers an orientation program and potential for future full-time opportunities, with a focus on quality improvement and exceptional patient care.