Physical Therapist, PRN

Unity Health; Jacksonville (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Physical Therapist (PRN) to join their dedicated team. This role involves maintaining high standards of patient care, supervising therapy aides, and ensuring adherence to hospital policies. Candidates must possess a B.S. degree in Physical Therapy and a current Arkansas license, with entry-level training provided.

Qualifications

• Must have a current license to practice physical therapy in Arkansas.
• One to three months on-the-job training required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for maintaining standards of patient care in accordance with hospital regulations.
• Supervises P.T.A.’s and/or therapy aides and technicians.
• Assists with securing and maintaining equipment needed for procedures.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Physical Therapy Techniques

Education

B.S. degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

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• Education: Minimum B.S. degree in physical therapy from an accredited institution offering training in this specialty, plus a supervised clinical internship to prepare for professional licensing. Must complete examination with scores required to obtain licensure. Must have a current license to practice physical therapy in the State of Arkansas.
• Training and Experience: One to three months on-the job training to learn department procedures.
• Job Knowledge: Must be able to perform job duties of a registered physical therapist and those general duties specific to the Rehabilitative Services Department. Must be able to function in a professional manner with minimal direct supervision.
• Safety Sensitive: YES
  
  

• Education: Minimum B.S. degree in physical therapy from an accredited institution offering training in this specialty, plus a supervised clinical internship to prepare for professional licensing. Must complete examination with scores required to obtain licensure. Must have a current license to practice physical therapy in the State of Arkansas.
• Training and Experience: One to three months on-the job training to learn department procedures.
• Job Knowledge: Must be able to perform job duties of a registered physical therapist and those general duties specific to the Rehabilitative Services Department. Must be able to function in a professional manner with minimal direct supervision.
• Safety Sensitive: YES
  
  

In the interest of protecting the health and safety of all patients, associates, and guests, Unity Health has classified some positions as “safety sensitive.” A “safety sensitive” position is any job position in which impaired performance could result in harm to the health and/or safety of self or others. Any associate that is actively engaged in the use of medical marijuana, even if in possession of a valid medical marijuana card, will be excluded from employment in a “safety sensitive” position.

Description

Responsible for maintaining standards of patient care in accordance with hospital regulations, policies and procedures as established for physical therapy. Confers with the medical staff regarding policies and procedures pertaining to the care of their patients in this area. Supervises P.T.A.’s and/or therapy aides and technicians. Must exhibit good rapport with other departments and nursing staff to enhance the quality of patient care. Works directly with patients of all ages, staff physicians, other rehab associates, nursing associates, and social workers. Active in continuous quality improvement studies. Assists with securing and maintaining equipment needed for procedures, charging, and scheduling.

Physical Effort: Required to lift and carry equipment, supplies and materials. Assists patients in positioning and transfers as needed for specific treatment programs. Talking and hearing to convey instructions and information to patients and staff members. Visual acuity to perceive reactions to treatment and to read instructions.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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