Physical Therapist

Madison County Hospital; London (OH); On-site; USD 74,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement matching

Wellness program

Job summary

Madison Health in London, OH is seeking a Physical Therapist to evaluate patients, plan treatments, and discharge planning to enhance strength and mobility while reducing pain. You will supervise PTAs and students and work across inpatient and outpatient settings on a day shift.

Applicants must hold Ohio licensure and BLS within 30 days; experience in orthopedics, neuro, and outpatient therapies is preferred and professional growth is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist in Ohio is required.
• BLS certification within 30 days of employment is required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patient condition upon referral and create a customized treatment plan.
• Provide safe and effective physical therapy treatment.
• Supervise PTAs and students and document promptly.
• Collaborate with other health care providers and families; maintain patient confidentiality.
• Maintain equipment and adhere to sterilization procedures.
• Follow APTA guidelines and professional ethics.
• Participate in continuing education and departmental growth.

Skills

PT license

BLS certified

Education

Ohio Physical Therapy License

Job description

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Physical Therapist

Full-time Regular London, OH, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 1530

Salary Range: $35.60 To $53.40 Annually

Are all hospitals the same? Not on your life. Hospitals are as different as the people who work in them. At Madison Health, our staff members know that kindness and compassion have a healing power all their own. They recognize that they each play a special role in creating a caring environment for our patients.

We are always looking for caring healthcare professionals to join our family of caregivers. Our associates are empowered to help improve the lives of others and the quality of care our patients receive.

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation and benefits packages including medical, dental and vision coverage
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition/Professional Development reimbursement
• Hospital paid life insurance, short and long-term disability insurance
• Retirement savings account with employer match
• Employee wellness program

About the position: As a Physical Therapist at Madison Health, you will be responsible for evaluation, treatment planning, treatment and discharge planning of patients to enhance strength, flexibility, range of motion, motor control, and reduce any pain, discomfort and swelling the patient is experiencing. Supervises patient treatments by Physical Therapy Assistants (PTAs) and students. Applicant should be experienced with orthopedics, neuro, and outpatient therapies. This is a full-time, day shift position. This position will be responsible for both inpatient and outpatient appointments.

Key job qualities/duties:

• Evaluates the patient’s condition upon referral. Integrates data from a variety of assessment techniques to create a customized treatment plan including short term and long term goals.
• Provides safe and effective physical therapy treatment incorporating physical, mental, social and emotional components to achieve improved quality of life and a sense of independence. Demonstrates the ability to apply accurate therapeutic principles and practices. Uses appropriate technical knowledge and clinical judgment in observing patient’s reactions to treatments.
• Completes documentation timely to maximize compensation of physical therapy treatment.
• Demonstrates open and effective communication with other health care providers, patients and families. Treats patients and families with dignity and respect. Ensures confidentiality of patient records. Interacts professionally with patients and families and provides explanations and verbal reassurance as necessary.
• Maintains and operates equipment to ensure that it is functioning safely and correctly. Follows department procedures for sterilizing equipment. Manages the facilities, materials, equipment and time necessary to the delivery of services.
• Exhibits knowledge of and complies with state, federal and American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) regulations as they pertain to this position and department. Performs physical therapy treatment abiding to the laws, rules, and code of ethics as established by the APTA.
• Participates in activities that promote hospital operations and departmental growth. Engages in continuing education and professional growth activities related to Physical Therapy.

What qualifications are we looking for?

• Licensed as a Physical Therapist in the State of Ohio.
• BLS certification within 30 days of employment required.