Physical Therapist (FT)

Indianapolis Rehabilitation Hospital; Carmel (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health and wellness package

401k

Life insurance

Disability plans

Job summary

Indianapolis Rehabilitation Hospital in Carmel is seeking a Physical Therapist to independently evaluate and treat patients with acute or prolonged physical dysfunction. Responsibilities include utilizing various therapeutic procedures to enhance patients' functional independence.

The ideal candidate will be licensed in Indiana and possess excellent communication and organizational skills. The position offers a competitive wage scale and a comprehensive benefits package to support the wellness of employees and their families.

Qualifications

• Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification must be obtained from the American Heart Association.
• Inpatient rehabilitation experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and determine treatment strategies for patients.
• Deliver or delegate rehabilitative services for physical dysfunction.
• Maximize patient’s functional independence using various procedures.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Critical thinking skills

Detail-oriented

Education

Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Independently evaluates, determines treatment strategies, delivers and/or delegates services that identify, prevent, remediate, and rehabilitate acute or prolonged physical dysfunction or pain, with emphasis on physical dysfunction. This role encompasses evaluation skills and techniques, analysis of patients, and therapeutic application of physical and chemical agents, exercise and other procedures to maximize the patient's functional independence. Evaluation involves strength, motor control, joint mobility, soft tissue integrity, pain, balance, coordination, posture, cardiopulmonary function, endurance, gait and functional abilities in activities of daily living.

Pay: Rate of pay is based on years of experience and qualifications.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current state licensure as an Physical Therapist
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification must be obtained from the American Heart Association and/or American Red Cross. Online certification is not acceptable.

Desired Qualifications

• Inpatient rehabilitation experience

Knowledge, Skills and Ability Requirements

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational, time management and prioritization skills.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Detail-oriented, able to meet strict time frames

Benefits

• A supportive and collaborative work environment
• Opportunities to progress in function, skill, and pay
• A competitive wage scale
• A comprehensive health and wellness package including medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage

We offer a benefits package that will best suit your family’s needs. You can choose from a variety of medical coverage plans that best fit your lifestyle. You also have the option to enroll in additional perks such as 401k, life insurance, and disability plans.

Indianapolis Rehabilitation Hospital is an EEO Employer - M/F/Vets/Disabled