Physical Therapist (New or Recent Grad Incentive)

LHC Group; Laurel (MS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a Full-Time Physical Therapist in Laurel, MS. This role offers a $15,000 incentive for new graduates, focusing on building relationships with patients and providing high-quality care. Enjoy autonomy, career growth, and a supportive work environment. Be part of a mission dedicated to helping people and enhancing their well-being.

Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Continuing Education Opportunities

Qualifications

• Current Physical Therapy licensure in the state of practice.
• Current CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assess and evaluate patient care needs related to functional status.
• Develop treatment plans and perform interventions.
• Instruct healthcare team and family about care plans.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Autonomy

Education

Current Physical Therapy Licensure

CPR Certification

Job description

Summary

We are hiring for a Full-Time Physical Therapist!

Kickstart your therapy career with a $15,000 incentive for new or recent graduates towards your student loans.

At MS HomeCare, part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust. We value meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other, and the communities we serve. It truly is about helping people. You can find a home for your career here.

As a Physical Therapist, you can expect:

• The ability to build trusted, in-person therapist-patient relationships
• Continuing education and tuition reimbursement opportunities
• Independence and autonomy
• Career growth possibilities

Bring your passion for serving others and your drive for providing better, more advanced healthcare.

Responsibilities

The Physical Therapist (PT, DPT, RPT) in Home Health is responsible for assessing and evaluating patient care needs related to functional status, mobility, endurance, stamina, pain, and other medical conditions. Based on this assessment, the therapist develops a treatment plan, performs interventions to improve patient well-being, and evaluates progress.

• Evaluate patient's functional status and physical therapy needs. Assist physicians in developing the therapy plan of care.
• Observe and report patient responses to treatment and any condition changes to the supervising nurse and/or physician.
• Treat patients to relieve pain, restore or develop function, and maintain maximum functioning according to accepted standards of practice.
• Instruct and inform the healthcare team, patient, and family/caregivers about the plan of care, functional limitations, and progress toward goals.

Education and Experience

Licensure Requirements

• Current Physical Therapy licensure in the state of practice
• Current CPR certification
• Valid driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to a reliable vehicle

Company Overview

LHC Group is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.

We offer benefits supporting your physical and emotional wellbeing. Review our comprehensive benefits and perks: https://bit.ly/LHCGBenefits

Mississippi HomeCare of Laurel, part of the LHC Group family, is the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. We deliver high-quality, cost-effective care through home health, hospice, community-based services, and inpatient care at our clinics and hospitals. Our mission is to reach more patients and families with effective healthcare. More hospitals, physicians, and families choose LHC Group because we are united by a single purpose: It's all about helping people.