Physical Therapist

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare; Forrest City (AR); On-site; USD 58,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare organization as a Physical Therapist in Forrest City, AR. You will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality care through patient assessments and therapy sessions, guided by the mission of Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare. This full-time position offers a supportive environment for new graduates and seasoned professionals alike, with opportunities to make a significant impact on patient wellness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy is required.
• No prior work experience required.
• Must possess the Tennessee Physical Therapist license.

Responsibilities

• Performs initial assessments of patients.
• Implements patient treatments based on assessments.
• Provides ongoing assessments and education for patients.

Skills

Ability to understand moderately complex materials

Ability to communicate verbally

Ability to work independently

Ability to organize multiple tasks

Education

Bachelor's Degree Physical Therapy

Job description

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We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South.

The Physical Therapist is responsible for planning and providing physical therapy treatment for patients in accordance with professional and Methodist Healthcare standards of treatment. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence.

A Brief Overview

The Physical Therapist is responsible for planning and providing physical therapy treatment for patients in accordance with professional and Methodist Healthcare standards of treatment. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

What You Will Do

• Performs initial patient assessment.
• Implements patient treatments based on assessment and written plan.
• Provides ongoing patient assessment through observation of patient and review of records.
• Identifies patient specific physical therapy rehabilitation learning needs and provides appropriate education.
• Demonstrates initiative in identifying opportunities for self-development and enhancement of professional competency.
  
  

Education/Formal Training Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree Physical Therapy
  
  

Work Experience Requirements

• No prior work experience
  
  

Licenses And Certifications Requirements

• Physical Therapist - Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Physical Therapy
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Ability to understand and prepare moderately complex written materials, such as patient records.
• Ability to communicate verbally with Associates, physicians and other outside professionals.
• Ability to work without close supervision and to exercise independent judgment.
• Ability to organize multiple tasks and projects and maintain control of work flow.
  
  

Supervision Provided by this Position

• There are no supervisory responsibilities assigned to this position. May provide guidance and direction to therapy assistants.
  
  

Physical Demands

• The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion.
• Must have good balance and coordination.
• The physical requirements of this position are: medium work - exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 25 lbs. of force frequently.
• The Associate is required to have close visual acuity including color, depth perception, and field of vision to perform an activity, such as assessing patients, preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading.
• Frequent invasive and non-invasive patient contact.
• Exposure to patient body fluids as well as exposure to hazardous or poisonous materials.
• Ability to react quickly to emergency situations.
  
  

Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity.

Education

Bachelor's Degree: Physical Therapy (Required)

Work Experience

No prior work experience

Certifications

Physical Therapist - Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Physical Therapy

Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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