Physical Therapist - Inpatient Rehab, Make an Impact

Lifepoint Health®; St. Louis (MO); Presencial; USD 55.000 - 69.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital South is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist (PT) to join our interdisciplinary team in St. Louis.

You will provide high-quality care to patients, assess needs, develop and implement individualized plans of care, and help patients restore function and independence. This PRN role offers flexible scheduling in a patient-focused environment where teamwork and compassionate treatment are essential.

Formación

• Initial and ongoing assessments of patient condition.
• Establishes a plan of care with patient involvement.
• Designs and carries out programs to restore/maintain function.

Responsabilidades

• Performs initial and ongoing assessments of patient's condition.
• Establishes a plan of care which is appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient according to his or her capabilities and desires.
• Plans, prepares and carries out individually designed programs of physical treatment to maintain, improve or restore physical functioning, alleviate pain and prevent physical dysfunction in patients.
• Performs therapy interventions utilizing standard physical therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the age and condition of the patient.
• Directs and supervises physical therapy assistants, students, and other support personnel.
• Administers treatment involving application of physical agents, using equipment, moist packs, ultraviolet and infrared lamps, and ultrasound machines.
• Evaluates, fits, and adjusts prosthetic and orthotic devices and recommend modifications.
• Identifies and documents goals, anticipated progress and plans for reevaluation.

Conocimientos

Patient assessment

Care planning

PT supervision

Therapy techniques

Educación

Bachelor's Degree

Physical Therapist License

BLS certification

Descripción del empleo

Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital South is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist (PT) to join our interdisciplinary team in St. Louis.

You will provide high-quality care to patients, assess needs, develop and implement individualized plans of care, and help patients restore function and independence. This PRN role offers flexible scheduling in a patient-focused environment where teamwork and compassionate treatment are essential.