Physical Therapist - Ochsner Rush Medical Center

ochsner; Meridian (MS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Meridian, MS is seeking a Physical Therapist to autonomously deliver treatment to patients, evaluate progress, and develop individualized plans. You will ensure care quality and patient experience while supporting program development and community needs.

The role requires a PT license in the state, a Bachelor's degree in physical therapy, and BLS certification. Expect collaboration with a multidisciplinary team and flexible scheduling to meet patient demand.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in physical therapy is required.
• Current physical therapy license in the state of practice or eligibility for licensure by examination or reciprocity.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Performs evaluations and provides treatment programs to facilitate patient-specific goals.
• Assesses patient response to treatment and adjusts the plan as needed.
• Maintains patient records according to documentation standards and policies.
• Meets productivity benchmarks as defined by administration (access to care, patient experience, quality).
• Contributes to program development to meet patient and community needs.
• Adapts approach to diverse patient populations while respecting privacy and communication preferences.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Computer proficiency

Verbal & written communication

Judgment & decision-making

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability to fluctuating schedules

Education

Bachelor's degree in physical therapy

Tools

BLS certification

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 functions autonomously to deliver physical therapy treatment, either through referral or direct to consumer. Evaluates patients, develops treatment plans, assesses patients, and monitors progress toward treatment goals. Ensures patient needs are met through access to care, patient experience and quality of care metrics. Assists in program development and enhancement to meet patient and community needs. 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 and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
• Excellent judgment and decision-making skills in order to deal with a variety of patients and diagnoses.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain flexible with fluctuating schedules based on patient demand.

Job Duties

• Performs evaluations and provides treatment programs to facilitate patient specific goals.
• Assesses the patent's response to treatment and recommends treatment plan changes as appropriate.
• Maintains patient records according to documentation standards, policies, and procedures.
• Attains established productivity levels set forth by administration, including but not limited to access to care, patient experience and quality.
• Assists in program development and enhancement to meet patient and community needs.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
• 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 required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

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

Physical and Environmental Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Heavy Work. (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Ligh