Physical Therapist - Provisional - Inpatient

Powers-Health; East Chicago (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Retirement savings plan

Life insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition assistance

Wellness programs

Job summary

St. Catherine Hospital in East Chicago, IN seeks a Physical Therapist for inpatient services on a PRN basis. You will provide direct patient care, develop care plans, and collaborate with the clinical education program and quality management initiatives.

The role requires graduation from an accredited PT program with Iowa/Indiana licensure eligibility within 180 days and current CPR/BLS certification. Strong communication and flexibility are essential.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Indiana licensure or eligibility within 180 days.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Ability to prioritize tasks in a busy inpatient setting.
• Strong communication and customer service orientation.
• Knowledge of billing, compliance and documentation basics.

Responsibilities

• Review referrals to determine PT treatment and goals.
• Assess progress and modify the plan as needed.
• Review medication list and medical history.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

PT degree (DPT)

Job description

Physical Therapist - Provisional - Inpatient

Job ID 53220

Therapy Services/Sports Medicine

St. Catherine Hospital · Physical Therapy

East Chicago , IN

PRN , Varied Shifts , varies per need; weekend and holiday rotation

Hours/Pay Period: 8

FTE: 0.1

Position Summary

The Physical Therapist provides direct patient care and develops plans to accomplish goals. Demonstrates in patient care and documentation, thoroughness, reliability and analytical sense guided by available evidence. Coordinates assigned patient loads, and workload of patient care support personnel. Participates in clinical education program for students from affiliated universities. Participates in Quality Management program and attains required procedural competencies .

Job Responsibilities

• Reviews and evaluates physician’s referral to determine physical therapy treatment, goats, plans and patient education.
• Assess progress and goals, Modifies treatment plan as appropriate.
• Reviews patient medication list, allergies and medical and surgical history.

Education/Experience

• Graduate of accredited University program in Physical Therapy.
• License/Registration/Certification: Indiana Licensure, or eligible for state licensure within 180 days.
• CPR certification current, BLS Course C (Basic Life Support).
• Must have the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work with frequent interruption.
• Must demonstrate self-assessment, initiation, and the ability to work collaboratively on a team.
• Must have a customer service orientation and ability to communicate and listen effectively.
• Must demonstrate flexibility and the ability to accept change.
• A basic understanding of federal and state regulations regarding billing, compliance, documentation, and supervision of support staff as they relate to the practice of relevant discipline.
• Maintains knowledge of professional practice issues/changes locally and nationally.
• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
• Retirement savings plan
• Life insurance and disability coverage options
• Fitness center discount program
• Tuition assistance and career development
• Paid Time Off
• Wellness, reward and recognition programs
• Employee Assistance Program – Counseling, nutritional and financial education, etc.
• Perks - Instant Discounts & Exclusive Deals on hotels, food, clothing, etc.

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