Physical Therapist - PRN - Kings Mills Hospital

Mercy Health Partners; Mason (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate and patient-focused organization dedicated to enhancing health and well-being. This role involves providing exceptional Physical Therapy services, collaborating with patients and families to maximize functional outcomes, and participating in continuous education. The ideal candidate will possess a strong commitment to patient care and teamwork, ensuring the highest quality of service. With comprehensive benefits and a supportive work environment, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in their community.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Prescription drug coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance with AD&D

Employer contributions to retirement savings

Paid time off

Educational Assistance

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited Physical Therapy program with a Bachelor's degree.
• Current Physical Therapy license from Ohio in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and implement Physical Therapy services for patients.
• Develop individualized treatment programs and monitor patient progress.
• Collaborate with patients and treatment teams for optimal outcomes.

Skills

Physical Therapy

Patient Assessment

Communication Skills

Treatment Planning

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy

Doctorate in Physical Therapy

Job description

Everyone who works with Mercy Health is united under one purpose: to help our patients be well in mind, body and spirit. This drive, along with our history of faith, is a powerful combination. It gives us a shared calling to work toward every day. Join our exceptional team and help us continue to provide the highest quality of health care possible to our communities.

PRN Opportunities Available!

About Us

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Evaluates, plans, and implements Physical Therapy services for patient according to standards of practice of the profession, laws governing practice by the State of Ohio, and facility and department policies and procedures. Collaborates with the patient, family, and treatment team to maximize functional outcomes for the patient.

• Obtains and interprets prescriptions/orders for services with physician/referral source as required. Assesses and evaluates patients using appropriate non-standardized and standardized tests. Ensures completion of patient pre-certification/authorization requirements as needed. Demonstrates knowledge in growth and development necessary for evaluation of adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients (pediatric as required by site).
• Develops individualized treatment program consistent with patient’s age, diagnosis, functional status, and personal goals. The patient and/or family are included in development of attainable goals.
• Selects and administers appropriate techniques, modalities, and interventions to maximize outcomes. Monitors patient’s response to treatment and modifies the plan as needed. Demonstrates knowledge in growth and development necessary for treatment of adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients. (pediatric as required by site) Locations for treatment and evaluation include the hospital/clinic and settings in the community.
• Effectively communicates to patient, family/caregiver and treatment team both orally and in writing.
• Collaborates with the patient, family/caregiver and treatment team in planning for discharge. Provides patient and family/caregiver education and training. Makes appropriate discharge recommendations and obtains and/or recommends appropriate assistive equipment.
• Promotes the profession by participating in the Clinical Education program and providing education to others. Acts as a fitness/wellness instructor as needed for community programs.
• Maintains competency by participation in continuing education, in-services and other learning opportunities. Meets standards for all required reviews of competency.
• Shares responsibility for common goals of the team by carrying caseload consistent with peers, maintaining the work environment and inventories, adjusting individual responsibilities to meet needs of department/work environment and positively representing department and profession to others.
• Participates in process improvement by identification of improvement opportunities for patient care, data collection and solutions to identified problems.

MINIMUM EDUCATION

Required Minimum Education:4 year/Bachelor Degree

Specialty/Major: Physical Therapy

Preferred Education: Post Graduate Degree (Ph.D)

Specialty/Major: Doctor of Physical Therapy

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATIONS (must be non-expired/active unless otherwise stated):

Required: Graduate of accredited program in Physical Therapy with minimum of Bachelor’s degree. Holds a current Physical Therapy license from the State of Ohio in good standing. Maintains CPR Certification.

Preferred:Graduate of accredited program in Physical Therapy with Doctorate level degree. Certification in a specialty area, for example: OCS, SCS, NDT, Lymphedema, Women’s Health, etc.

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [e-mail]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail]