Physical Therapist-Inpatient

Ochsner Health; Louisiana; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Louisiana seeks a Physical Therapist to perform patient evaluations and develop treatment programs based on physician orders. The ideal candidate possesses a Bachelor's degree in physical therapy and a current state license, along with strong communication and interpersonal skills. This role involves maintaining patient records and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Competitive compensation and support for qualified applicants are offered.

Qualifications

• Current physical therapy license in state of practice or eligibility for licensure by examination.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Performs evaluations and provides treatment programs to facilitate patient-specific goals.
• Assesses the patient's response to treatment and recommends adjustments.
• Maintains patient records according to documentation standards.

Skills

Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Excellent judgment and decision-making skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to travel throughout and between facilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in physical therapy

Job description

Overview

Ochsner Health is committed to serving patients and improving health. This job evaluates patients and provides inpatient physical therapy treatment programs based on physician orders from inpatient providers. The role collaborates with the healthcare team to facilitate the patient to the most appropriate level of post-acute or home care to achieve identified patient-specific goals.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.

Education

Required - Bachelor's degree in physical therapy.

Work Experience

Required - None.

Certifications

Required - Current physical therapy license in state of practice
OR eligibility for licensure by examination
OR reciprocity from another state.
Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.

• Excellent judgment and decision-making skills and ability to deal with a variety of patients and diagnoses.

• Strong interpersonal skills.

• Ability to travel throughout and between facilities.

Job Duties

• Performs evaluations and provides treatment programs to facilitate patient-specific goals.

• Assesses the patient's response to treatment and recommends treatment plan changes as appropriate to improve quality of outcome and maintain patient safety.

• Maintains patient records according to documentation standards, policies, and procedures.

• Ensures treatment protocols contribute to overall hospital quality and safety targets and achieve patient safety outcomes.

• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Physical and Environmental Demands

Physical and Environmental Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The job may require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue. The incumbent works in a patient care area and may be exposed to hazardous medications or waste.

There may be an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases.

Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through various processes.

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