Physical Therapist PRN

CHI; Council Bluffs (IA); On-site; USD 56,826 - 80,934; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic healthcare team as a Physical Therapist at a leading hospital in Council Bluffs. In this role, you'll empower patients to regain their physical abilities after illness or injury, utilizing a variety of treatment methods. You'll work in a fast-paced environment alongside supportive colleagues, focusing on personalized care for diverse patient needs. Your expertise and collaborative spirit will play a crucial role in enhancing patient outcomes and fostering a positive rehabilitation experience. If you're passionate about making a difference in people's lives and thrive in a team-oriented setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Active physical therapy license in Iowa or compact required.
• Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute treatment plans with a multidisciplinary team.
• Perform evaluations and document patient progress.

Skills

Team Collaboration

Patient Evaluation

Creative Treatment Planning

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor of Science (BS)

Master of Science (MS)

Master of Physical Therapy (MPT)

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

Overview

MERCY COUNCIL BLUFFS HOSPITAL - ACUTE CARE

Schedule Requirements: 2 weekend shifts per month (Sat or Sun) and 2 holidays per year

Compensation: $50.00/hr with time and a half pay for holidays

As our Physical Therapist at CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs, you’ll help our patients rebuild or maintain their physical wellbeing following an illness, injury, or issues with aging. Using various treatments, you will help patients reduce pain, build strength and endurance, increase range of motion, or develop better balance to keep them functioning at their best level.

You’re always ready for the next task. Our physical therapists see patients daily for initial evaluations, re-evaluations, or treatments. Our therapists perform most treatments themselves. You’ll work with a variety of backgrounds - orthopedic injury or surgery recovery, traumatic brain injury, stroke, or conditions affecting balance, to name a few. This environment is busy and fast-paced but full of collaborative and supportive team members willing to offer help, advice, or mentoring at any time.

To thrive as a physical therapist, you must be a team player. You’ll constantly collaborate with other therapists, patients, and their families to seek the best possible treatment outcome. You should be personable, positive, and motivated to provide quality care to a wide variety of patients every day.

Responsibilities

1. Work with a multidisciplinary team of physicians and therapists to develop and execute a treatment plan for each patient
2. Perform initial patient evaluations as well as re-evaluations to indicate the level of progress
3. Document all treatments and note any status changes
4. Tailor treatments to individual patients as needed - don’t be afraid to think creatively or do a little extra
5. Seek new learning opportunities and be a resource when others need to learn from you
6. Consistently offer the best care possible to every patient

Qualifications

Required Education: Any combination of BS, MS, MPT, DPT.

Required Licensure and Certification: Active physical therapy license in the State of Iowa or physical therapy licensure compact. American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS).