Physical Therapist PRN

Baptist Health; Prattville (AL); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

Baptist Health Prattville is seeking a PRN Physical Therapist to evaluate patients and prescribe a treatment program, with Physician approval, and adjust plans as needed. The role requires a Master’s or Doctorate of Physical Therapy and an active PT license, plus BLS.

Documentation of treatment and progress is essential, with ongoing recommendations for further care. Strong communication and patient-centered service are required to excel in this role, which may involve varied shifts and patient

Qualifications

• Masters' or Doctorate of Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Active PT license required, BLS required.
• Strong communication and patient-focused care.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and prescribe a treatment program, with Physician approval for all patient assigned.
• Adjust the program within constraints and confer with the Physician as needed.
• Document treatment, progress, and make suggestions toward further treatment.

Skills

Effective communication

Customer service

Team supervision

Computer skills

Education

Master's or Doctorate of Physical Therapy

Active PT license

BLS certification

Job description

Baptist Health is the largest healthcare system serving central Alabama, providing comprehensive hospital-based and outpatient services to nearly 60 percent of the residents in Montgomery, Autauga and Elmore counties. To learn more about Baptist Health, visit us at https://www.baptistfirst.org.

Highlights

Summary: The Physical Therapist shall evaluate patients and prescribe a treatment program, with Physician approval for all patient assigned. The Therapist shall further adjust the program within constraints and confer with the Physician as needed. This individual will document treatment, progress, and make suggestions toward further treatment. This position may have additional duties assigned that are within scope of the role.

Education / Experience

Masters' or Doctorate of Physical Therapy from an accredited program.

License / Certification

Active PT license required, BLS required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must also be skilled to provide general discipline specific therapy services to meet patient care requirements.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain a professional and customer centric composure in difficult or challenging situations.
• Ability to effectively communicate with people of various backgrounds throughout the organization.
• Ability to provide a positive customer service experience to guest, visitors, and patients.
• Ability to supervise and train employees, to include organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments.
• Skill in the use of computers, preferably in a PC, Windows-based operating environment.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

Position requires sitting for 20% of the workday and mobility 80% of the workday. There is occasional stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching. There is frequent reaching, use of hands and repetitive action. Requires occasional lifting or carrying up to 15 pounds, pushing/pulling up to 150 pounds. There is a continuous need for speaking with clear diction and hearing sensitivity in conversation either by phone or in person. Continuous visual acuity at close and distant range. Inside protected from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. Minimal noise levels. Much exposure to computer work. Occasional exposure to risk of electrical shock. Some exposure to infectious disease while performing job-related tasks. Some exposure to hazardous chemicals. Occasional exposure to radiation.

Job Details

Primary Location: Prattville Baptist Hospital Job: Physical Therapist PRN Physical Therapist PRN Job Type: PRN-PRN Shift: First Shift (United States of America)

Baptist Health is recognized by Forbes as one of America’s best employers in the state of Alabama.