Physical Therapist - Pediatrics Physical Therapy Multi

CHRISTUS Health; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health in Louisiana is seeking a Physical Therapist to assess, plan, evaluate, and implement care for patients within physical therapy. The role requires licensure in Louisiana and adherence to practice standards.

The position offers multiple shifts and a full-time work type. A Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy is required, and a Doctorate is preferred for advanced qualifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy required.
• Current Louisiana PT license required.
• BLS certification required.
• Doctorate degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Gathers pertinent data from the chart and discusses with the physician as necessary.
• Independently assesses all patient types as assigned.
• Reassesses patient progress regularly per department and regulatory policy, or when the need arises.
• Identifies appropriate equipment and discusses with the patient and family, and makes recommendations.
• Interprets results and helps establish measurable, realistic goals.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Doctorate preferred

Job description

Description

Summary: The Physical Therapist has the responsibility and accountability for assessing, planning, evaluating, and implementing care for the patients assigned to physical therapy. The Physical Therapist is responsible for adhering to all standards of Physical Therapy Practice Act as they apply to providing technical therapy care, supplies, equipment, and interventions to a designated patient population.

Responsibilities

• Gathers pertinent data from the chart and other caregivers; discusses with the physician as necessary
• Independently assesses all patient types as assigned
• Demonstrates ability to recognize additional needs during evaluation; exercises good judgment in decision making when requesting, scheduling, and/or performing additional testing
• Interprets results and formulates relevant, measurable, realistic, and attainable goals
• Reassesses patient progress regularly per department and regulatory policy, or when the need arises
• Identifies appropriate equipment, discusses with the patient and family, and makes

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree required
• Doctorate Prof preferred
• Current Louisiana PT License required
• BLS required

Work Schedule

MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE

Work Type

Full Time