Physical Therapist - PRN Weekends

Shreveport Rehabilitation Hospital; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

Shreveport Rehabilitation Hospital is seeking a Physical Therapist for weekend PRN shifts. This role involves evaluating and rehabilitating patients with physical dysfunction, utilizing various therapeutic techniques. Candidates must have state licensure and BLS certification. Join a collaborative environment and enjoy competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive wage scale

Comprehensive health and wellness package

Opportunities for functional and skill progression

401k and life insurance options

Qualifications

• Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist is mandatory.
• BLS certification required (no online certification accepted).

Responsibilities

• Independently evaluates and determines treatment strategies for physical dysfunction.
• Delivers and/or delegates therapeutic services to maximize patient’s functional independence.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Analytical thinking

Detail-oriented

Education

State licensure as a Physical Therapist

BLS certification from the American Heart Association

Job description

Position:Physical Therapist - PRN Weekends

Location: Shreveport, LA

Job Id:262

# of Openings:1

Position Summary:

Independently evaluates, determines treatment strategies, delivers and/or delegates services that identify, prevent, remediate, and rehabilitate acute or prolonged physical dysfunction or pain, with emphasis on physical dysfunction. This role encompasses evaluation skills and techniques, analysis of patients, and therapeutic application of physical and chemical agents, exercise and other procedures to maximize the patient's functional independence. Evaluation involves strength, motor control, joint mobility, soft tissue integrity, pain, balance, coordination, posture, cardiopulmonary function, endurance, gait and functional abilities in activities of daily living.

Pay:Rate of pay is based on years of experience and qualifications.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Current state licensure as an Physical Therapist
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification must be obtained from the American Heart Association and/or American Red Cross. Online certification is not acceptable.

Desired Qualifications:

• Inpatient rehabilitation experience

Knowledge, Skills and Ability Requirements:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational, time management and prioritization skills.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Detail-oriented, able to meet strict time frames

Join our team and you will experience a total rewards package to support your health, life, career and retirement including:

• A supportive and collaborative work environment
• Opportunities to progress in function, skill, and pay
• A competitive wage scale
• A comprehensive health and wellness package including medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage

We offer a benefits package that will best suit your family’s needs. You can choose from a variety of medical coverage plans that best fit your lifestyle. You also have the option to enroll in additional perks such as 401k, life insurance, and disability plans.

Shreveport Rehabilitation Hospital is an EEO employer - M/F/Vets/Disabled