Physical Therapist - $10,000 Sign-On Bonus

Merit Health River Region; Vicksburg (MS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$10K SIGN ON BONUS

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Future Security — 401(k) with employer

Student Loan Support — Up to $10,000

Competitive Pay & Full Benefits

Job summary

Merit Health River Region in Mississippi seeks a Physical Therapist to evaluate, plan, and administer rehabilitative therapies for diverse patients. You will establish goals, provide treatments, and regularly reassess progress while documenting findings accurately.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Physical Therapy, active PT license in the state, and 0–2 years of PT experience. Schedule is full-time days with occasional Saturday rotation; strong teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy required.
• 0-2 years of experience in a physical therapy setting required.
• PT license in the state of employment required.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough PT evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Administer safe and effective therapy treatments and document interventions.
• Reassess and adjust treatment plans based on patient progress.
• Document evaluations, treatment plans, progress notes, and billing info clearly.
• Educate patients and families on plans, exercises, and post-treatment care.
• Operate therapy equipment safely and maintain a clean environment.
• Collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary team to ensure continuity of care.
• Maintain compliance with facility policies and safety procedures.

Skills

PT knowledge

Evaluations

Documentation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient education

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• $10K SIGN ON BONUS
• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, and vision plans to keep you and your family healthy.
• Future Security – 401(k) with employer matching to help you build long-term financial stability.
• Student Loan Support – Up to$10,000 repayment assistance, because we invest in your future.
• Competitive Pay & Full Benefits – A salary and package designed to reward your expertise and dedication.

Role: Physical Therapist

Location: Merit Health River Region

Schedule: Full-Time Days M-F 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM with Saturday rotation

Job Summary

The Physical Therapist evaluates, plans, and administers therapeutic procedures in physical medicine and rehabilitation for children and adults as prescribed by a referring physician. This role establishes individualized physical therapy goals, provides treatments, and regularly reassesses patient progress, documenting all findings accurately.

Essential Functions

• Conducts thorough physical therapy evaluations to assess patient needs and develops individualized treatment plans across diverse patient populations.
• Administers safe and effective therapy treatments, ensuring all interventions are appropriately documented.
• Reassesses and adjusts treatment plans within appropriate timeframes to align with patient progress and changing needs.
• Provides clear, concise, and accurate documentation of evaluations, treatment plans, progress notes, and billing information.
• Educates patients and their families on treatment plans, therapeutic exercises, and post-treatment care to support long-term recovery.
• Operates therapy equipment safely and maintains a clean, organized, and safe environment for patients and staff.
• Collaborates with referring physicians, peers, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure continuity and quality of patient care.
• Demonstrates population-appropriate competencies for all relevant patient demographics, tailoring care to individual needs.
• Maintains compliance with facility policies, including safety, infection control, and risk management procedures.
• Adapts to changes professionally and effectively, following the chain of command to address and resolve issues impacting patient care.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy required
• 0-2 years of experience in a physical therapy setting required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of physical therapy principles, therapeutic techniques, and safety standards.
• Ability to perform comprehensive evaluations and develop effective treatment plans.
• Proficiency in using therapy equipment and technology for documentation and billing.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to prioritize tasks and maximize productivity.
• Commitment to professional development and adherence to ethical and legal standards.

Licenses and Certifications

• PT - Physical Therapist license in the state of employment required
• BLS - Basic Life Support obtained within 30 days of hire required

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