Physical Therapist - Per Diem Days

Select Specialty Hospital; Fort Thomas (KY); On-site; USD 60,235 - 85,790; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Extensive orientation program

401k eligibility for part-time/Per Diem positions

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

Select Specialty Hospital in Fort Thomas, KY, is seeking a Physical Therapist (PT) for a PRN role. As a PT, you'll conduct patient assessments, develop treatment plans, and supervise assistants, playing a vital role in patient recovery at a critical illness hospital.

This position offers a unique opportunity to join a dedicated team focused on compassionate care. Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist and BLS certification within the first 90 days are required.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial and ongoing systematic patient assessments.
• Develop and implement treatment plans based on patient goals.
• Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants and students.
• Monitor patients' responses to treatment and adjust as necessary.

Skills

Patient assessment

Quality improvement

Goal setting

Therapy regimen execution

Education

State licensure as a Physical Therapist

Certified BLS

Job description

Position: Physical Therapist (PT)

Location: Fort Thomas, KY - Inside of St. Elizabeth's Hospital

Schedule: PRN/As Needed/Per Diem

Compensation: $53.00 per hour

Select Specialty Hospital - Northern Kentucky 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 that 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.
• Your Impact Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care.
• 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.

Minimum Qualifications

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