Physical Therapist (Inpatient) - Part Time

Ernest Health, Inc.; Akron, Northern (OH, KY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Health Savings Account

Dental & Vision

401K matching

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Competitive pay

Employee assistance

Wellness program

Earned Time Off

Career ladder bonus

Preceptor bonus

Job summary

Ernest Health, Inc. partner Summa Rehab Hospital in Akron, OH is seeking a part-time Inpatient Physical Therapist to join a world-class team dedicated to patient-centered care.

The role focuses on delivering comprehensive inpatient rehabilitation, coordinating with a multidisciplinary team, and fostering professional growth within a leading healthcare system.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current State Physical Therapist License.
• Current CPR certification.
• One year of direct patient care experience in a hospital setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services to restore function and mobility.
• Assess patient history, evaluate abilities, and develop treatment plans.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to support patient care and recovery.

Skills

Patient care

Team player

Communication

Confidentiality

Leadership

Education

Graduate degree in Physical Therapy

PT license

Job description

Overview

Physical Therapist (Inpatient) - Part Time - Akron, Ohio

Join our world-class team of driven, passionate healthcare professionals who are focused on service excellence and providing top quality care!

We have a great part time opportunity for an Inpatient Physical Therapist in Akron, OH.

At Summa Rehab Hospital we strive to attract, retain, develop, and empower our employees, supporting them in their professional growth with career advancement opportunities and a path to success within our organization.

Summa Rehab Hospital in Akron, Ohio (a partnership with Summa Health) is a state-of-the-art inpatient rehabilitation facility dedicated to helping patients overcome disabling injuries and illnesses. We specialize in intensive rehab for stroke recovery, traumatic brain and spinal cord injuries, orthopedic injuries, and other complex conditions. Our compassionate, multidisciplinary team provides comprehensive physical, occupational, and speech therapy in a supportive, healing environment. Joint Commission-accredited and certified in stroke and brain injury rehabilitation, Summa Rehab Hospital is nationally recognized (including being named one of America's Best Rehab Hospitals by Newsweek) for delivering patient-centered care that helps individuals regain independence.

As a participating hospital of Ernest Health, we offer robust recognition, wellness, and retention programs. These programs focus to enhance the employees’ work experience, recognize, and celebrate achievements. We also encourage employees to share their work experience through \"My Ernest Journey\" and through our Engagement Survey, where our approach is \"You Spoke, We Listened\". These platforms provide additional avenues for employees to give feedback about their work experience and share what is important to them.

Our hospital offers comprehensive benefits, designed to support your health and financial well-being.

Benefits:

• PPO and High Deductible Medical Plan options
• Flexible and Health Saving account options available
• Dental and Vision coverage
• 401K with employer matching
• Life insurance
• Short-and-long term disability
• Competitive compensation

Wellness & Work Life balance:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program with quarterly wellness challenges with participation incentives.
• Earned Time Off - Start accruing vacation time on start date.

Professional Growth:

• Clinical Career Ladder bonus program
• Therapy Preceptor bonus program

What you bring:

• A passion for patient care, a team player, motivating and collaborating therapist to assist patients to reach the best outcome.
• Graduate Degree from an accredited program in Physical Therapy.
• Current State Physical Therapist License.
• Current CPR

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• Current and valid licensure as a Physical Therapist required.
• Basic Life Support/CPR Certification from an approved vendor required.
• One year of direct patient care experience in a hospital setting preferred.

Additional Qualifications/Skills:

• Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
• Demonstrates an understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency.
• Demonstrates competency in the provision of care according to established standards
• Demonstrates appropriate application of age specific standards, policies and procedures and guidelines in caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients
• Demonstrates general computer skills including: data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
• Leadership skills in delegating, organizing, and educating coworkers and staff.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
• Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.

Responsibilities

Provides services that help restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities of patients suffering from injuries or disease. Examines patient's medical history, evaluates their physical abilities, determines their potential to respond to therapy, and develops treatment plans. Integrates the hospital’s mission and \"Guiding Principles\" into daily practice.