Physical Therapist PRN - Acute

SSM Health; Bridgeton (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

SSM Health Rehabilitation Network is seeking a PRN Physical Therapist at DePaul Health Center in Bridgeton, MO. This role involves patient evaluation, treatment planning, and education to enhance community activities. Excellent opportunity for future full-time positions in a top-ranked workplace.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Physical Therapist license in Missouri.
• BLS certification is mandatory within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates assigned patients and develops tailored treatment plans.
• Delegates and directs therapy services for patients.
• Educates patients, families, and staff on treatment and recovery.

Skills

Patient Evaluation

Treatment Plan Development

Patient Education

Education

Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist

Certified BLS

Job description

Overview

SSM Health Rehabilitation Network -Acute Care

DePaul Health Center - Bridgeton, MO

PRN / Physical Therapist

• Tier I - $47 (plus weekend differential) - 1 shift per month (one must be weekend shift) - 1 holiday/weekend prior or after (managers discretion)

• Tier II - $52 (plus weekend differential) - 3 shifts per month (at least 2 must be weekend shifts) - One summer and one winter holiday/weekend prior or after (managers discretion)

The DePaul Ministry of SSM Health is accredited by The Joint Commission as a Center of Excellence for Total Joint Replacement and a Comprehensive Center of Excellence for Stroke. DePaul serves the north and northwest St Louis County area in Missouri and our neighbors to the east in Illinois. Our diverse and progressive therapy department participates in research and program advancement throughout the 450 bed hospital.

**We have been recognized numerous times by the St. Louis Post Dispatch as one of the "Top Workplaces" in St. Louis!**

** Select Medical, Missouri, has been recognized by Forbes as one of America's Best-In-State Employers!**

This is an excellent opportunity to be considered for Full Time Physical Therapy positions when they come available throughout the year.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates all assigned patients and develops, implements and modifies treatment plan in accordance with the patient’s need and physician direction.
• Responsible for delegation and direction of all discipline specific therapy services for those assigned patients.
• Ensures design of functional treatment programs allowing for effective return to community activities.
• Serves as an educator of patients, families, students, coworkers and self.
• Performs other professional duties associated with the care of the patient, development of discipline specific therapy services and design of program delivery.

Qualifications

• Current state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as a Physical Therapist required.
• Certified BLS or completion in first 90 days of employment required.

Additional Data

Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans