Physical Therapist -Flat Rate PRN

IU Health; Tipton (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

IU Health Tipton Hospital in Tipton, IN seeks a PRN Physical Therapist to support inpatient and outpatient services, with rotating weekend shifts during high census periods.

The role involves supervising aides and students, contributing to care planning, and collaborating with the therapy team to restore function and reduce pain for patients. This position offers competitive benefits and opportunities to grow within a supportive, mission-driven health system.

Qualifications

• Must have PT degree and license in Indiana.
• Foreign-trained must have training equivalent accepted by Indiana PLA.
• BLS certification required; advanced life support may be required per unit.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient and outpatient PT services to restore function and reduce pain.
• Supervise physical therapist assistants and support personnel.
• Participate in related activities in support of patient care and department operations.

Skills

Indiana PT License

BLS Certification

Education

Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy

Bachelor's/Master's Degree in Physical Therapy (pre-2016)

Job description

Come join our team! IU Health Tipton Hospital is a 25-bed critical access hospital with a robust therapy team offering a variety of specialized and generalized physical therapy interventions. IU Health is looking for team members who are passionate about challenging and significant work for the good of every patient. We are searching for individuals who are compassionate, serve with a purpose, are dedicated to supporting their team, and who seek excellence every day.

• Location: Tipton Hospital in Tipton, IN
• Shift: PRN, weekend rotation schedule

Requirements

• Requires a Doctoral Degree from an accredited academic program in physical therapy or a Bachelor's/Master's Degree in physical therapy prior to 2016. If foreign trained, graduation from a physical therapy education program outside the US with educationally equivalent coursework accepted by Indiana PLA.
• Requires current Physical Therapist license in the State of Indiana.
• Requires Basic Life Support certification through the AHA.
• Advanced life support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.

Roles and Responsibilities

This PRN position serves to support the team during times of high census and through planned and unplanned absences. This role includes a rotating weekend schedule for acute care. This position provides inpatient and outpatient physical therapy services to restore function, reduce pain and prevent disability following disease or injury, and assists patients to reach maximum performance levels. Provides all components of direct patient care including supervision of physical therapist assistants, support personnel and students. Willingly participates in related activities in support of patient care, education and department operations

As the most comprehensive medical system in Indiana, IU Health offers many different career opportunities as you grow professionally. IU Health also offers a substantial benefits package, PTO Program, 401k match, and several other programs to meet your needs. These are just a few reasons why applying for your career with IU Health is a good choice.

Benefits Designed for You

• substantial benefits package, PTO Program, 401k match, and several other programs to meet your needs.