Physical Therapist - Per Diem

Ernest Health, Inc.; Greenwood (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Ernest Health, Inc. in Greenwood, SC is seeking a Per Diem Physical Therapist to support inpatient rehabilitation services at Greenwood Regional Rehabilitation Hospital.

The role focuses on restoring function and mobility for patients with stroke, orthopedic or neurological conditions. The PT will evaluate patients, develop individualized treatment plans, and collaborate with therapists, nurses and physicians to achieve recovery goals.

Qualifications

• Current and valid licensure as a Physical Therapist.
• BLS/CPR certification from an approved vendor.
• One year of direct patient care experience in a hospital setting preferred.
• Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
• Demonstrates ability to manage treatment costs and improve efficiency.
• Delivers care according to established standards.
• Applies age-appropriate care for pediatric to geriatric patients.
• Proficient with data entry, word processing, email and record management.
• Demonstrates leadership in delegating, organizing and educating staff.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication; maintains confidentiality.
• Works closely and professionally with others.

Responsibilities

• Provides services that help restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent disabilities.
• Examines patient medical history, evaluates their abilities, and develops treatment plans.
• Integrates the hospital's mission and guiding principles into daily practice.

Skills

Licensure as Physical Therapist

BLS/CPR Certification

Hospital patient care experience

Job description

Overview

Physical Therapist - Per Diem - Greenwood, SC

We have a Per Diem opportunity for a Physical Therapist!

Greenwood Regional Rehabilitation Hospital in Greenwood, South Carolina is a cutting-edge inpatient rehab hospital that serves patients from Greenwood and the surrounding Lakelands region with excellence and compassion. We provide intensive rehabilitation services for a range of conditions - from stroke and neurological injury recovery to post-surgical orthopedic rehab and trauma recovery - all aimed at maximizing each patient’s functional abilities.

Our knowledgeable team of therapists, nurses, and rehabilitation physicians works closely with patients and their loved ones to develop customized therapy plans and realistic goals. Greenwood Regional Rehabilitation Hospital offers the latest in rehabilitative technology (such as therapy gyms and mobility training equipment) in a comfortable, small-community setting.

Joint Commission-accredited and part of Ernest Health's nationally recognized network, our hospital is devoted to treating every patient with dignity, respect, and the high-quality care they deserve as they work toward recovery.

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.