Physical Therapist (PRN) — $7.5k Sign-On in Springfield

Select Medical; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Select Specialty Hospital - Springfield in Springfield, Missouri is seeking a Physical Therapist (PT) for per diem shifts. The role supports inpatient post-ICU recovery and delivers compassionate, evidence-based care to critically ill patients.

The position includes a $7,500 sign-on bonus and a structured orientation, with potential for advancement within the hospital system. You will assess, treat, and participate in discharge planning while supervising PT and PTA students.

Qualifications

• Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist.
• BLS certification or completion within 90 days of employment.
• 1 year of PT experience.

Responsibilities

• Performing initial and ongoing systematic patient assessment.
• Promoting continuous quality improvement.
• Teaching and counseling patients/families.
• Setting goals and developing treatment plans.
• Working cooperatively to identify and solve patient-specific and facility-wide needs.
• Participating in discharge planning for each patient, including placement, patient/family education and adaptive equipment.
• Supervising Physical Therapy Assistants, as well as supervising PT and PTA students.
• Conducting individual patient therapy regimens.
• Monitoring patient's response to treatment and modifying treatment during sessions, as needed.
• Completing appropriate documentation according to department policies and procedures.
• Participating in departmental, hospital, and community continuing education seminars and in-services.

Skills

Physical Therapist license

1 year experience

BLS certification

Job description

Select Specialty Hospital - Springfield in Springfield, Missouri is seeking a Physical Therapist (PT) for per diem shifts. The role supports inpatient post-ICU recovery and delivers compassionate, evidence-based care to critically ill patients.

The position includes a $7,500 sign-on bonus and a structured orientation, with potential for advancement within the hospital system. You will assess, treat, and participate in discharge planning while supervising PT and PTA students.