Physical Therapist - Inpatient - PRN

Ochsner Health; Slidell (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider in Slidell, LA, as a Physical Therapist. In this role, you will evaluate patients and develop tailored treatment programs based on physician orders. Collaborate with a dedicated healthcare team to ensure optimal patient care and outcomes. This position requires a Bachelor's degree in physical therapy and a current state license. Enjoy a fulfilling career where your skills make a significant difference in patients' lives.

Qualifications

• No prior work experience required.
• Current physical therapy license required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients and provides treatment programs.
• Maintains patient records according to standards.
• Adapts behavior to specific patient populations.

Skills

Proficiency in using computers

Effective verbal communication

Excellent judgment

Strong interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in physical therapy

Job description

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken, and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.

At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference, and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

This job evaluates patients and provides inpatient physical therapy treatment programs based on Physician orders from inpatient providers. Collaborates and communicates with the healthcare team to facilitate the patient to the most appropriate level of post-acute or home care to achieve 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 the 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, with the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
• Excellent judgment and decision-making skills, with the 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 plan changes as appropriate to improve outcomes and ensure safety.
• Maintains patient records according to standards, policies, and procedures.
• Ensures treatment protocols contribute to hospital quality and safety targets.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, respecting privacy, explaining procedures clearly, and obtaining permissions.
• 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 responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added or amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current laws, standards, and regulations applicable to the area of responsibility and ensures compliance.

This employer maintains compliance with its standards and encourages the immediate reporting of any unethical behaviors or concerns related to safety and privacy.

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

Physical and Environmental Demands

The physical demands described are representative of those needed to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds constantly to move objects. The physical demands are in excess of those for Heavy Work and Sedentary Work, involving walking, standing, pushing, pulling, and working at a production pace.

Routine duties may involve exposure to blood, body fluids, and tissues, with potential occupational risks for exposure to communicable diseases and hazardous materials.

Application and Contact Information

Are you ready to make a difference? Apply today!

Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied on our careers website.

Residents of Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New York, Washington, and Washington D.C. are not eligible for remote positions.

For accessibility or accommodation requests, contact our HR Employee Solution Center at 504-842-4748 or [e-mail]. This contact is for accommodation requests only.

Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants without regard to protected classes.