Physical Therapist - Lymphedema - PT .6fte

Franciscan Alliance, Inc.; Crown Point (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Continuing Education

Job summary

Franciscan Point Crown Point is seeking a Part-time Outpatient Physical Therapist (24 hrs/week) focused on lymphedema. The role involves evaluating and treating patients, directing PTAs and rehab staff, and implementing plans of care within established policies. Lymphedema experience or a willingness to learn is required.

The position offers mentorship, continuing education opportunities, and a chance to work at multiple Franciscan Health therapy locations in Indiana.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Valid PT license or temporary permit for Indiana.
• Lymphedema experience or willingness to learn required.
• Ability to work in a team and adapt to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Provide evaluation and treatment within legal and professional guidelines.
• Instruct and direct Physical Therapist Assistants and Rehab Technicians.
• Develop and implement the plan of care to improve function.
• Perform documentation and quality improvement activities per policies.

Skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy

Job description

Franciscan Point Crown Point

12800 Mississippi Pkwy Crown Point, Indiana 46307

The Physical Therapist I is responsible for providing evaluation and treatment of the patient within the parameters of legal and professional guidelines, and hospital and departmental policies and procedures. The Physical Therapist instructs and directs Physical Therapist Assistants and Rehab Technicians as assigned. This position evaluates and implements the plan of care to improve, restore and enhance physical functional performance, and promote injury prevention. The Physical Therapist performs documentation and quality improvement, as outlined in departmental policies and procedures.

WHO WE ARE

With 11 ministries and access points across Indiana, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care systems in the Midwest. Franciscan Health takes pride in hiring coworkers that provide compassionate, comprehensive care for our patients and the communities we serve.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

• Outpatient Physical Therapist Part time (24 hrs per week) - Lymphedema
• Lymphedema Experience or Interest in Learning Lymphedema is required
• 1:1 Therapist/Patient Focused Care
• Mentorship
• Continuing Education opportunities
• Days
• Opportunity to work at various Franciscan Health therapy locations.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of Bachelor of Science Degree from an accredited program is required
• Must have a valid license or temporary permit for the applicable state
• Experienced and new graduate Physical Therapist eligible
• Adapt and respond quickly to changing priorities
• Ability and willingness to work in team environment

TRAVEL IS REQUIRED:

Never or Rarely

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of Franciscan Alliance to provide equal employment to its employees and qualified applicants for employment as otherwise required by an applicable local, state or Federal law.

Franciscan Alliance reserves a Right of Conscience objection in the event local, state or Federal ordinances that violate its values and the free exercise of its religious rights.

Franciscan Alliance is committed to equal employment opportunity.

Franciscan provides eligible employees with comprehensive benefit offerings. Find an overview on thebenefit section of our career site, jobs.franciscanhealth.org.