Physical Therapist

Hughston; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Hughston Clinic Orthopaedics in Nashville, TN seeks a PRN Physical Therapist to provide high-quality care by evaluating patients, planning treatments, and implementing therapy plans. The role emphasizes multidisciplinary collaboration and compassionate rehabilitation.

The candidate must be a graduate of an accredited PT program, hold a current state PT license, and maintain BLS certification. Occasional multi-location work and adherence to HIPAA and ethics are expected.

Qualifications

• One year of PT experience.
• Graduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy.
• Current state Physical Therapy license.
• Current BLS certification through AHA or Red Cross.
• Valid Driver's License with satisfactory MVR and proof of insurance.
• Annual MVR may be required; background checks may be run.

Responsibilities

• Plan and administer medically prescribed PT treatments to restore function and relieve pain.
• Perform evaluations and establish care plans for patients.
• Consult with physicians about rehab impact on patient health status.
• Document findings, treatments, and progress in medical records.
• Educate patients and families on therapies and exercises.
• Bill patients according to proper procedures.
• Maintain HIPAA and state ethics compliance.
• Stay up to date on appropriate treatment protocols.
• Provide documentation with progressions in a timely manner.

Skills

PT experience

Education

PT degree

Job description

PRN Physical Therapist - Hughston Clinic Orthopaedics at TriStar Centennial

POSITION GOAL

To provide the highest level of patient care by assessing, interpreting, planning and implementing prescribed physical therapy treatment plans.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan and administer medically prescribed physical therapy (PT) treatments for patients suffering from injuries/disease to restore function, prevent disability, and relieve pain.
• Perform evaluations/re-eval and establish plan of care for patients.
• Consult with physicians and/or other departments about the impact of rehabilitation on patient health status.
• Consult with insurance companies on patient's behalf to increase patient care.
• Document findings, treatments, and other patient information for medical record as necessary.
• Bill patients according to proper procedures.
• Educate patient/family on appropriate care and use of various therapies and/or exercises.
• Serve as an educational resource for patients, families, and other members of the therapy staff.
• Participate in professional development activities and maintain professional affiliations.
• Maintain HIPPA and abide by appropriate state Ethics laws.
• Perform appropriate wound care and assessment to enhance surgical outcomes.
• Provide documentation with appropriate progressions in a timely and efficient manner.
• Stay up to date on appropriate protocols for patient population.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Experience:

Required:

• One (1) year of PT experience.

Education:

• Must be a graduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy.

Special Qualifications:

• May require working at multiple locations.
• Valid Driver's License, satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR) and proof of insurance required for position on-boarding.
• Annual MVR may be required per policy and procedure; background reports may be ran as needed throughout the course of employment.
• Must have a current state Physical Therapy license.
• Current BLS certification through American Heart Association or American Red Cross.

The Hughston Clinic, The Hughston Foundation, The Hughston Surgical Center, Hughston Clinic Orthopaedics, Hughston Medical, Hughston Orthopaedics Trauma, Hughston Orthopaedics Southeast and Jack Hughston Memorial Hospital participate in E-Verify. This company is an equal opportunity employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.