Physical Therapist

Ernest Health, Inc.; Peoria (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO and High Deductible Medical Plan

Flexible Health Savings Account

Dental and Vision coverage

401K with employer matching

Life insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Ernest Health, Inc. in Peoria, AZ, is seeking a Physical Therapist for a full-time position at Rehabilitation Hospital Peoria.

You will provide therapy to restore function and mobility, evaluating patients and developing treatment plans in collaboration with the care team. You must hold a current Physical Therapist license in good standing and CPR certification; one year of hospital-based direct patient care is preferred.

Qualifications

• Active Physical Therapy license in the state.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Minimum one year of direct patient care in a hospital setting preferred.
• Ability to work in a team and communicate effectively.
• Knowledge of clinic operations and patient care cost considerations.
• Demonstrates competency in standards of care and patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy services to restore function and mobility.
• Assess medical history and evaluate patient abilities to develop treatment plans.
• Integrate hospital mission and guiding principles into daily practice.

Skills

Current Physical Therapist license

CPR Certification

Direct patient care experience

Leadership abilities

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Graduate Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Overview

Physical Therapist - Full Time - Peoria, Arizona

Join our world-class team of driven, passionate healthcare professionals who are focused on service excellence and providing top quality care!

At Rehabilitation Hospital Peoria we strive to attract, retain, develop, and empower our employees, supporting them in their professional growth with career advancement opportunities and a path to success within our organization.

We have a great full time opportunity for a Physical Therapist in Arizona.

As a participating hospital of Ernest Health, we offer robust recognition, wellness, and retention programs. These programs focus to enhance the employees’ work experience, recognize, and celebrate achievements. We also encourage employees to share their work experience through “My Ernest Journey” and through our Engagement Survey, where our approach is "You Spoke, We Listened". These platforms provide additional avenues for employees to give feedback about their work experience and share what is important to them.

Our hospital offers comprehensive benefits, designed to support your health and financial well-being.

Benefits:

• PPO and High Deductible Medical Plan options
• Flexible and Health Saving account options available
• Dental and Vision coverage
• 401K with employer matching
• Life insurance
• Short-and-long term disability
• Competitive compensation

Wellness & Work Life balance:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program with quarterly wellness challenges with participation incentives.
• Earned Time Off - Start accruing vacation time on start date.

Professional Growth:

• Clinical Career Ladder bonus program
• Therapy Preceptor bonus program
• Continuing education opportunities

What you bring:

• A passion for patient care, a team player, motivating and collaborating therapist to assist patients to reach the best outcome.
• Graduate Degree from an accredited program in Physical Therapy.
• Current State Physical Therapist License.
• Current CPR

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• Current and valid licensure as a Physical Therapist required.
• Basic Life Support/CPR Certification from an approved vendor required.
• One year of direct patient care experience in a hospital setting preferred.

Additional Qualifications/Skills:

• Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
• Demonstrates an understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency.
• Demonstrates competency in the provision of care according to established standards
• Demonstrates appropriate application of age specific standards, policies and procedures and guidelines in caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients
• Demonstrates general computer skills including: data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
• Leadership skills in delegating, organizing, and educating coworkers and staff.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
• Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.

Responsibilities

Provides services that help restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities of patients suffering from injuries or disease. Examines patient's medical history, evaluates their physical abilities, determines their potential to respond to therapy, and develops treatment plans. Integrates the hospital’s mission and “Guiding Principles” into daily practice.