Physical Therapist PRN

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive PRN rate

401(k) With Matching

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Physical Therapist to evaluate, plan, and administer therapeutic procedures for children and adults as prescribed by a physician.

The role establishes individualized PT goals, provides treatments, and reassesses patient progress with accurate documentation. The position emphasizes collaboration with referring physicians and a multidisciplinary team, with a flexible PRN schedule and benefits.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of physical therapy principles and safety standards.
• Ability to perform comprehensive evaluations and develop treatment plans.
• Proficiency in using therapy equipment and documentation tools.
• Excellent communication and collaboration with patients and teams.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive PT evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Administer safe therapies and document interventions accurately.
• Reassess and adjust treatment plans based on patient progress.
• Educate patients and families on plans, exercises, and aftercare.
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary team members.

Skills

PT knowledge

Documentation

Patient education

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Physical Therapist

• COMPETITIVE PRN RATE
• 401(k) With Matching
• FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE

Job Summary

The Physical Therapist evaluates, plans, and administers therapeutic procedures in physical medicine and rehabilitation for children and adults as prescribed by a referring physician. This role establishes individualized physical therapy goals, provides treatments, and regularly reassesses patient progress, documenting all findings accurately.

Essential Functions

• Conducts thorough physical therapy evaluations to assess patient needs and develops individualized treatment plans across diverse patient populations.
• Administers safe and effective therapy treatments, ensuring all interventions are appropriately documented.
• Reassesses and adjusts treatment plans within appropriate timeframes to align with patient progress and changing needs.
• Provides clear, concise, and accurate documentation of evaluations, treatment plans, progress notes, and billing information.
• Educates patients and their families on treatment plans, therapeutic exercises, and post-treatment care to support long-term recovery.
• Operates therapy equipment safely and maintains a clean, organized, and safe environment for patients and staff.
• Collaborates with referring physicians, peers, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure continuity and quality of patient care.
• Demonstrates population-appropriate competencies for all relevant patient demographics, tailoring care to individual needs.
• Maintains compliance with facility policies, including safety, infection control, and risk management procedures.
• Adapts to changes professionally and effectively, following the chain of command to address and resolve issues impacting patient care.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy required
• 0-2 years of experience in a physical therapy setting required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of physical therapy principles, therapeutic techniques, and safety standards.
• Ability to perform comprehensive evaluations and develop effective treatment plans.
• Proficiency in using therapy equipment and technology for documentation and billing.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to prioritize tasks and maximize productivity.
• Commitment to professional development and adherence to ethical and legal standards.

Licenses and Certifications

• PT - Physical Therapist license in the state of employment required
• BLS - Basic Life Support obtained within 30 days of hire required

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer.

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