Physical Therapist - Southwest Arkansas Regional Medical Center

Pafford Emergency Medical Services; Arkansas; On-site; USD 55,104 - 68,880; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Arkansas is seeking a PRN Physical Therapist responsible for establishing and discussing rehabilitation goals with patients and their families. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Physical Therapy, be licensed in Arkansas, and possess certifications. Experience working with diverse patient populations, including geriatrics, is preferred. This role emphasizes adherence to ethical practices in patient care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an Accredited School of Physical Therapy required.
• Current state licensure and certifications must be obtained.
• Experience with geriatric and adolescent patients is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Establish short and long-term functional goals for patients.
• Discuss rehabilitation goals with patients and families.
• Adhere to established practices and ethics in physical therapy.

Skills

Patient care management

Documentation skills

Ability to establish functional goals

Positive environment provision

Education

BS, MS or DPT degree in Physical Therapy

Current Arkansas state licensure as a Registered Physical Therapist

BLS, CPI or COAP certification

Job description

Southwest Arkansas Regional Medical Center is a hospital dedicated to delivering high-quality healthcare to the Hope, Arkansas community and surrounding areas. We offer a full range of inpatient and outpatient diagnostic services, as well as a 24-hour emergency department, an inpatient geriatric behavioral health unit, physical therapy, inpatient pharmacy services, and a Rural Health Clinic.

Southwest Arkansas Regional Medical Center is in search of an experienced PRN Physical Therapist. The ideal candidate will be responsible for establishing short and long term functional goals for patients and discussing goals with patient/family. In this position the candidate will identify and document further patient rehabilitation potential if treatment is to continue.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Adherence to the Standards of Practice for Physical Therapy and Code of Ethics established by the American Physical Therapy Association and Arkansas State Board of Physical Therapy.
• Provides a positive environment for patients within the milieu, which includes all aspects of patient care activities.
• Provides accurate data entry.
• All other duties required or assigned by management

Education & Experience:

• Graduate of an Accredited School of Physical Therapy with a BS, MS or DPT degree in Physical Therapy or an equivalent foreign program
• Current Arkansas state licensure as a Registered Physical Therapist Current BLS, CPI or COAP within 90 days of hire
• Geriatric and adolescence experience preferred