Physical Therapist - Inpatient - Per Diem - Days - MHP

CO044 Memorial Hospital Pembroke; Pembroke (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible start times

Clinical Ladder

Mentoring support

CEUS Medbridge access

Job summary

Memorial Hospital Pembroke is seeking licensed physical therapists to join our rehab team. Inpatient and outpatient care are provided within Memorial Regional Hospital South and affiliated sites, with a focus on complex cases across adult populations.

The role emphasizes mentoring, evidence-based practice, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. You will design plans of care, supervise assistants, and lead patient discharge planning while engaging families in understanding treatment

Responsibilities

• Supervise activities of physical therapy assistants, students and other support personnel
• Design and implement a plan of care appropriate to patient issues and involve patient/family
• Mentor colleagues and support evidence-based practice
• Lead discharge planning and educate patients and families about treatment plans

Education

PT License

BLS Certification

Accredited PT Program

Job description

Location:

Memorial Rehabilitation Institute provides highly specialized care ranging from complex multiple trauma, stroke and brain injury to physical and speech therapy. Inpatient care is offered at Memorial Regional Hospital South, with outpatient care available in five different locations. We also have a home health team and resources for long-term care at Memorial Manor, while also offering therapy for pediatric developmental diagnosis through Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital.

Summary:

Do you have a passion for acute care? Are you looking for a close-knit supportive environment to foster your clinical & professional growth? Memorial Pembroke’s rehab team values the clinical contributions of our therapists in the care of adults with a variety of medical complexities including general, orthopedic, neurological, medical/surgical, cardiac, geriatric, wound care and ICU.

Memorial Hospital Pembroke provides care to an underserved community which requires therapists to be empathetic and creative problem solvers.

Benefits and Opportunities:

• All treatments are performed at the bedside
• Flexible start times
• Expand your knowledge and earn unlimited CEUS with your free subscription to Medbridge & other educational offerings throughout the system.
• Amazing opportunities to be involved in initiatives at the hospital level
• Clinical Ladder available for full-time and part-time physical therapists, occupational therapists and speech language pathologists.
• Robust student program
• Certified Stroke Center
• Mentoring support
• Clinical bedside guidance by our clinical ladder therapists & rehab supervisor
• Autonomy to manage your own caseload and bring evidence- based practices to the forefront & help to implement change
• Endless opportunities to participate in community events & give back to those we serve
• High employee engagement & retention
• SLP sees inpatients for full services and provides diagnostic services for outpatients including MBSS & FEES
• PTs have the opportunity to develop wound care skills
• Recently named Most Socially Responsible Hospital in Florida (Published in Becker’s Hospital Review 6/23/26)

Responsibilities:

• Supervises activities of physical therapy assistants, students and other support personnel
• Designs and implements a plan of care which is appropriate to issues identified, required frequency of treatments, and involves the patient and family
• Functions as mentor, role model and resource for clinical skills, professional growth, patient advocacy and community service
• Attains and applies advanced knowledge, competencies, and training. Actively participates in discipline specific professional associations
• Plans or assists with patient discharge from therapy services
• Educates and counsels patients and families regarding treatment plans and progress. Provides information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and support resources
• Performs and documents initial and ongoing assessments of patient's condition
• Leads performance improvement initiatives
• Develops and presents educational programs for peers, other disciplines, and the community

Competencies:

• ACCOUNTABILITY
• CLINICAL POLICIES AND STANDARDS
• CUSTOMER SERVICE
• DOCUMENTATION
• EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION
• PATIENT AND FAMIL
• PROBLEM SOLVING
• RESPONDING TO CHANGE
• STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR

Education and Certification Requirements:

• Accredited Program: Physical Therapy (Required)
• BLS American Heart E-Card (BLS AHA ECARD) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART)
• BLS American Heart RQI E-Card (BLS AHA-RQI ECARD) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART)
• BLS Cert American Heart_non ecard (BLS AHA) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART)
• BLS Certification Grace (BLS GRACE) - Employee Grace Period for Essential Credential (GRACE)
• BLS Cert Red Cross (BLS RC) - Red Cross (RED CROSS)
• Physical Therapist License (PT LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL)

Additional Job Information:

Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Required Work Experience: No prior work experience required.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

Bending and Stooping = 80%
Climbing = 40%
Keyboard Entry = 80%
Kneeling = 60%
Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 80%
Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
Lifting or Carrying 2501 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 40%
Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 80%
Reaching = 80%
Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg = 80%
Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 80%
Running = 40%
Sitting = 80%
Squatting = 80%
Standing = 80%
Walking = 80%
Audible Speech = 80%
Hearing Acuity = 80%
Smelling Acuity = 40%
Taste Discrimination = 0%
Depth Perception = 80%
Distinguish Color = 80%
Seeing - Far = 80%
Seeing - Near = 80%
Bio hazardous Waste = 60%
Biological Hazards - Respiratory = 60%
Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion = 60%
Blood and/or Bodily Fluids = 80%
Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens = 80%
Asbestos = 0%
Cytotoxic Chemicals = 60%
Dust = 80%
Gas/Vapors/Fumes = 60%
Hazardous Chemicals = 60%
Hazardous Medication = 60%
Latex = 80%
Computer Monitor = 80%
Domestic Animals = 60%
Fire Risk = 40%
Hazardous Noise = 0%
Heating Devices = 60%
Hypoxia = 0%
Laser/High Intensity Lights = 0%
Magnetic Fields = 40%
Moving Mechanical Parts = 80%
Needles/Sharp Objects = 60%
Potential Electric Shock = 0%
Potential for Physical Assault = 0%
Radiation = 0%
Sudden Decompression During Flights = 0%
Unprotected Heights = 0%
Wet or Slippery Surfaces = 60%

Shift:

Days

Disclaimer:

This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.

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