Physical Therapist - Per Diem

Select Specialty Hospital; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 62,508 - 89,027; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Extensive orientation program

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

A critical illness recovery hospital in Charleston is seeking an entry-level Physical Therapist (PT) on a Per Diem basis. This role involves performing patient assessments, developing treatment plans, and collaborating with a dedicated team to enhance patient recovery. Candidates must have current state licensure as a Physical Therapist and BLS certification. Join us to make a meaningful impact on patients' lives.

Qualifications

• Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist required.
• Certified BLS or completion in first 90 days of employment required.

Responsibilities

• Performing initial and ongoing systematic patient assessment.
• Promoting continuous quality improvement.
• Teaching and counseling patients/families.
• Setting goals and developing treatment plans.
• Working cooperatively to identify and solve patient-specific and facility-wide needs.
• Participating in discharge planning for each patient.
• Supervising Physical Therapy Assistants.
• Conducting individual patient therapy regimens.
• Monitoring patient's response to treatment.
• Completing appropriate documentation according to department policies.
• Participating in continuing education seminars.

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Overview

Position: Physical Therapist (PT)

Location: Select Specialty Hospital - Charleston (located inside CAMC)

Schedule: Per Diem

Compensation: $55.00 per hour

About Us

Select Specialty Hospital is a critical illness recovery hospital committed to providing world-class inpatient post-ICU services to chronic, critically ill patients who require extended healing and recovery. We help patients during some of the most vulnerable moments of their lives – and Physical Therapists (PT) play a central role in providing compassionate, excellent treatment every step of the way.

Why Join Us

• Start Strong: Extensive Physical Therapist (PT) orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting.
• Opportunity for Advancement: Demonstrate your skills and dedication which could lead to potential full-time opportunities.
• Your Impact Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care.

Responsibilities

• Performing initial and ongoing systematic patient assessment.
• Promoting continuous quality improvement.
• Teaching and counseling patients/families.
• Setting goals and developing treatment plans.
• Working cooperatively to identify and solve patient-specific and facility-wide needs.
• Participating in discharge planning for each patient, including placement, patient/family education and adaptive equipment.
• Supervising Physical Therapy Assistants, as well as supervising PT and PTA students.
• Conducting individual patient therapy regimens.
• Monitoring patient's response to treatment and modifying treatment during sessions, as needed.
• Completing appropriate documentation according to department policies and procedures.
• Participating in departmental, hospital, and community continuing education seminars and in-services.

Qualifications

• Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist required.
• Certified BLS or completion in first 90 days of employment required.

Senioriry level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Per Diem

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Wellness and Fitness Services
• Hospitals and Health Care
• Medical Practices

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