Physical Therapist - Per Diem

Ernest Health, Inc.; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Part time

Job summary

Summa Rehab Hospital in Akron, Ohio, is seeking a Per Diem Physical Therapist to join a state-of-the-art inpatient rehabilitation team. This PRN role supports intensive rehab for stroke, brain and spinal injuries, and orthopedic conditions within a multidisciplinary, patient-centered environment.

Qualified candidates will hold a current Physical Therapist license in Ohio, possess CPR certification, and demonstrate strong teamwork and communication in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Current license as a Physical Therapist required.
• Current CPR certification required.
• One year of direct patient care experience in a hospital setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide services that help restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit disabilities.
• Examine medical history, evaluate abilities, determine potential to respond to therapy, and develop treatment plans.
• Integrate hospital mission and guiding principles into daily practice.

Skills

Physical therapy

CPR certification

Team player

Education

Graduate degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Overview

Physical Therapist - Per Diem - Akron, Ohio

We have a great PRN opportunity for a Physical Therapist!

Summa Rehab Hospital in Akron, Ohio (a partnership with Summa Health) is a state-of-the-art inpatient rehabilitation facility dedicated to helping patients overcome disabling injuries and illnesses. We specialize in intensive rehab for stroke recovery, traumatic brain and spinal cord injuries, orthopedic injuries, and other complex conditions. Our compassionate, multidisciplinary team provides comprehensive physical, occupational, and speech therapy in a supportive, healing environment. Joint Commission-accredited and certified in stroke and brain injury rehabilitation, Summa Rehab Hospital is nationally recognized (including being named one of America’s Best Rehab Hospitals by Newsweek) for delivering patient-centered care that helps individuals regain independence.

What you bring:

• A passion for patient care, a team player, motivating and collaborating therapist to assist patients to reach the best outcome.
• Graduate Degree from an accredited program in Physical Therapy.
• Current State Physical Therapist License.
• Current CPR

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• Current and valid licensure as a Physical Therapist required.
• Basic Life Support/CPR Certification from an approved vendor required.
• One year of direct patient care experience in a hospital setting preferred.

Additional Qualifications/Skills:

• Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
• Demonstrates an understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency.
• Demonstrates competency in the provision of care according to established standards
• Demonstrates appropriate application of age specific standards, policies and procedures and guidelines in caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients
• Demonstrates general computer skills including: data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
• Leadership skills in delegating, organizing, and educating coworkers and staff.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
• Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.

Responsibilities

Provides services that help restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities of patients suffering from injuries or disease. Examines patient's medical history, evaluates their physical abilities, determines their potential to respond to therapy, and develops treatment plans. Integrates the hospital’s mission and “Guiding Principles” into daily practice.