Physical Therapist

Ascension Health; Sparta (TN); Presencial; USD 35 000 - 106 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Comprehensive health coverage

403(b) retirement plan with employer-m

PTO and holidays

Tuition reimbursement and professional

Resumo da oferta

Ascension Saint Thomas Highlands in Sparta, TN, seeks a full-time Physical Therapist to design and implement personalized therapy programs within the Physical Therapy department. You will assess patients, involve families in care plans, and utilize evidence-based interventions to restore mobility and improve quality of life.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree (Master’s/Doctorate preferred) and a Tennessee PT license, with a BLS certification within 30 days.

Qualificações

• BLS Provider within 30 days of hire date or transfer date.
• Physical Therapy credential from the Tennessee Board of Physical Therapy prior to hire date or transfer date.

Responsabilidades

• Design and implement personalized physical therapy programs by performing comprehensive assessments to adapt plans as recovery evolves.
• Involve patients and families in care plan creation and revision to ensure goals are meaningful and achievable.
• Apply evidence-based therapy interventions using advanced clinical techniques to restore mobility and improve quality of life.
• Mentor and oversee physical therapy assistants and students to support high-quality care and professional growth.

Conhecimentos

Patient assessment

Care planning

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree

Master's or Doctorate preferred

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Sparta, TN

• Facility: Ascension Saint Thomas Highlands

• Department: Physical Therapy

• Schedule: Day | Full-time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Design and implement personalized physical therapy programs by performing comprehensive assessments to ensure treatment plans evolve with the patient's recovery journey.

• Empower patients and their families by involving them in the creation and revision of care plans, ensuring goals are meaningful, achievable, and patient-centered.

• Execute evidence-based therapy interventions using advanced clinical techniques to restore mobility and improve the overall quality of life for your patients.

• Mentor and oversee physical therapy assistants and students, fostering a collaborative environment that ensures high-quality care delivery and professional growth across the team.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

• Physical Therapy (PT) credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Physical Therapy prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree required. Master's OR Doctorate degree preferred.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options

• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance

• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays

• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning

• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits

• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

Min Salary: 34.76

Max Salary 50.83