Physical Therapist - Per Diem

Select Medical; Fort Thomas (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in the healthcare sector is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to join their team. This role is crucial in providing compassionate care to critically ill patients, ensuring they receive the best possible rehabilitation. With a focus on patient assessment, treatment planning, and collaboration with healthcare teams, you'll play a vital role in enhancing patient recovery. The organization offers a supportive environment with opportunities for advancement and a commitment to quality improvement. If you're passionate about making a difference in patients' lives, this position could be your next great opportunity.

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.
• Setting goals and developing treatment plans.
• Supervising Physical Therapy Assistants and students.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Treatment Planning

Patient Education

Supervision of Assistants

Education

State Licensure as a Physical Therapist

BLS Certification

Job description

Overview

Position: Physical Therapist (PT)

Location:Select Specialty Hospital Northern Kentucky - Fort Thomas, KY

Schedule: Per DiemCompensation:$53.00 per Hour

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, painful 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

Minimum Qualifications

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

Additional Data

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans