Physical Therapist - Per Diem

Select Specialty Hospital; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 75,768; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Extensive orientation program

401k eligibility for part-time

Employee assistance program

Job summary

A renowned medical facility in Memphis, TN, is seeking a Physical Therapist (PT) to provide exceptional patient care and develop effective treatment plans. This role involves assessing patients systematically, promoting quality improvement, and supervising therapy assistants. Candidates must hold a current Physical Therapist licensure and possess BLS certification. The position is PRN/As Needed/Per Diem and offers a competitive compensation of $55.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must have a current state licensure as a Physical Therapist.
• BLS certification required within first 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial and ongoing systematic patient assessment.
• Promote continuous quality improvement.
• Teach and counsel patients/families.
• Set goals and develop treatment plans.
• Participate in discharge planning for each patient.
• Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants and students.
• Conduct individual patient therapy regimens.

Skills

Patient assessment

Continuous quality improvement

Patient teaching and counseling

Assessment and treatment planning

Education

Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist

Certified BLS

Job description

Position: Physical Therapist (PT)

Location: Memphis, TN – Inside of Baptist East Hospital

Schedule: PRN/As Needed/Per Diem

Compensation: $55.00 per Hour

About the Hospital

Select Specialty Hospital - Memphis East 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 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.
• Foster Well‑being: We offer benefits which support the financial, work/life and emotional well‑being of you and your family members. Part time/Per Diem positions are eligible for 401k based on reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or subsequent calendar year. We also offer our employee assistance program to part time employees.
• Your Impact Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial and ongoing systematic patient assessment.
• Promote continuous quality improvement.
• Teach and counsel patients/families.
• Set goals and develop treatment plans.
• Work cooperatively to identify and solve patient‑specific and facility‑wide needs.
• Participate in discharge planning for each patient, including placement, patient/family education, and adaptive equipment.
• Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants and PT and PTA students.
• Conduct individual patient therapy regimens.
• Monitor patient’s response to treatment and modify treatment during sessions as needed.
• Complete appropriate documentation according to department policies and procedures.
• Participate in departmental, hospital, and community continuing education seminars and in‑services.

Minimum Qualifications

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