Physical Therapist, Acute Inpatient

Baptist Health System, Inc.; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Maternity/Paternity Leave

Paid Time Off

Bereavement Leave

PTO Sell Back

PTO Donation

Employee Support Fund

Company Match for Retirement

Job summary

Baptist Health Rehab Services in Lexington, KY, is seeking a full-time Physical Therapist for inpatient care during day shifts. The role focuses on evaluating and treating patients, developing individualized treatment plans, and educating patients and families.

The therapist will supervise students and Rehab Services Technicians, document per regulations, and participate in department planning. A Kentucky PT license and BLS within 30 days are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy.
• Current license by the Kentucky Board of Physical Therapy.
• BLS certification within 30 days from date of hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients; develop treatment plans and goals.
• Educate patients and families about plan and progress.
• Supervise students and Rehab Services Technicians; document care and progress.

Education

Bachelors Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Summary

Job Description:

Physical Therapist , In-patient

Full-Time, Days

Physical Therapy

Baptist Health Rehab Services provides a full range of physical, occupational, and speech therapy services for all ages. Our therapists and assistants are trained in treating neurological, orthopedic, vestibular, lymphedema, pediatrics, industrial medicine, swallowing, and speech and language disorders.

The staff physical therapist shall evaluate and treat patients, develop a treatment plan, and set goals for patients. Patient and family education is included in the treatment plan and goals. The PT will complete documentation according to applicable national and state regulations as well as hospital and departmental policies. The therapist will assist with the education of affiliating students, department staff, hospital staff, and the community at large. The therapist will appropriately delegate to and supervise physical therapist assistants and technicians. The therapist will participate in departmental operational plan. The therapist must intervene appropriately and meet the needs of patients with impaired mental abilities, vision, hearing, or mobility.

Job Description:

• Completes appropriate chart / medical record review.

• Follows plan of treatment appropriately, notifies referring provider of change in status and need for modifications to treatment plan or goals.

• Plans treatment appropriately, including input from patient.

• Receives and implements therapy orders.

• Completes evaluation form, treatment notes, progress reports, and D/C summaries in a timely manner, and appropriately submits to referring provider.

• Supervises/delegates/directs activities of students and Rehab Services Technicians.

Requirements:

• Bachelors Degree in Physical Therapy

• Current license by the Ky Board of Physical Therapy

• BLS within 30 days from date of hire

Benefits:

• Health, Vision, Dental, and Pet Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Short Term and Long-term Disability and Life Insurance

• Identity Theft Protection

• Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually

• Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave

• 5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire

• Bereavement Leave (includes pets)

• PTO Sell Back Program

• Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)

• Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial assistance

• Retirement with Company Match

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.