Physical Therapist-Acute Care-PRN

OU Health; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Oklahoma City is seeking a Physical Therapist-Acute Care-PRN to perform therapeutic treatments under minimal direction. The role includes evaluating patients, formulating treatment plans, and collaborating in discharge planning. A Baccalaureate degree in Physical Therapy and necessary state licensure are required. Join a team that values patient care and offers comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

PTO

401(k)

Medical plans

Dental plans

Qualifications

• 0-3 years of experience in physical therapy.
• Current license from Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision.
• Current Basic Life Support certification required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patient and formulates a treatment plan.
• Documents treatment results and modifies plans as needed.
• Involved in discharge planning and instructs on home program.

Skills

Knowledge of physical therapy principles

Effective communication skills

Ability to maintain relationships

Education

Baccalaureate degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Position Title: Physical Therapist-Acute Care-PRN Department: Pediatric Rehab Services Job Description:

General Description:

Under minimal direction, perform various therapeutic physical therapy treatments according to the direction of a physician.

Essential Responsibilities:

Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position.

• Interprets physician order, evaluates patient and formulates a treatment plan to reach long and short term goals
• Interprets the patient’s response to treatment and modifies plan to fit the current needs of the patient
• Involved in the discharge planning of patients; writes and instructs patients in a home program
• Documents treatment results and patient’s response to treatment in the medical records
• Depending on amount of clinical experience may supervise and assists students during their clinical rotations
• Maintains and cleans equipment used by the department

General Responsibilities:

• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Baccalaureate degree in Physical Therapy.

Experience: 0-3 years of experience.

License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required: Current license from the Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision as a Physical Therapist OR eligible to sit for the exam. Must obtain license within six (6) months of hire. Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of the principles, methods, practices, techniques, equipment and procedures used in physical therapy. Knowledge of anatomy and physiology sufficient to evaluate and treat patients. Knowledge of equipment and the ability to adjust equipment to suite patient’s needs. Ability to maintain effective working relationships with staff and excellent communication skills in guiding patients to assume responsibility for their treatment and development. Knowledge of computers.

Current OU Health Employees - Please click HERE to login. OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.