Physical Therapist PRN Weekens

Johnson County Rehabilitation Hospital; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

401k

Life Insurance

Disability plans

Job summary

Johnson County Rehabilitation Hospital is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to evaluate, design and deliver therapy plans that maximize patients' functional independence through targeted exercise, manual therapy and modalities. The role emphasizes independent clinical decision-making, collaboration with the care team, and adherence to safety standards in an inpatient rehabilitation setting.

Excellent communication, organizational skills and a commitment to quality care are required;

Qualifications

• Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist.
• BLS certification required.
• Inpatient rehab experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients to determine treatment strategies.
• Deliver or delegate physical therapy services.
• Aim to maximize patients' functional independence through targeted interventions.

Skills

PT licensure

BLS certification

Job description

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.

Johnson County Rehabilitation Hospital is an EEO Employer - M/F/Vets/Disabled