Physical Therapist (New or Recent Grad Incentive)

LHC Group, Inc.; Laurel (MS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a Full-Time Physical Therapist in Laurel, MS. You'll build trusted relationships with patients, develop treatment plans, and contribute to their recovery. Enjoy a supportive culture with opportunities for growth and a $15,000 incentive for recent graduates.

Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Continuing Education Opportunities

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patient's functional status and physical therapy needs.
• Develop treatment plans and perform interventions.
• Instruct healthcare team members and families regarding care plans.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Assessment

Education

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 new or recent graduate incentive towards your student loans.

At MS HomeCare, part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust. We enjoy meaningful connections with patients, their families, colleagues, and communities. If you are passionate 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 to serve others and your drive for delivering 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 Physical Therapist helps develop treatment plans, performs interventions to improve and enhance patient well-being, and evaluates patient progress.

• Evaluate the patient's functional status and physical therapy needs. Assist the physician in developing the therapy plan of care.
• Observe and report the patient's response to treatment and any changes in condition to the supervising nurse and/or physician.
• Treat patients to relieve pain, develop and restore function, and maintain maximum functioning according to accepted standards of practice.
• Instruct and inform healthcare team members, patients, and families/caregivers regarding 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
• Must have a valid driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle

Company Overview

LHC Group is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to 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 across home health, hospice, community services, and inpatient care, driven by our mission: It's all about helping people.