Physical Therapist (PT)

Lifepoint Health; Pittsburg (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Higher education and certification tuition assistance

401(k) retirement package

Mental health services

Job summary

Memorial Physician Practices is hiring a Physical Therapist to work full-time at Mercy Hospital Pittsburgh. The therapist will evaluate patients, develop treatment plans, and guide nursing staff and families on follow-through programs while maintaining safety and compliance.

The ideal candidate will have an accredited degree, a current PT license, and CPR certification. Benefits include higher education assistance, wellness programs, and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Current and unrestricted Physical Therapy license in the state where services are rendered.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate a patient's condition and develop a treatment plan.
• Communicate patient progress to supervisor and other team members.
• Document patient care according to requirements.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program

Current CPR certification

Job description

Job Details

• Facility: Mercy Hospital Pittsburgh ARU
• Position: Physical Therapist (PT)
• Shift: Full-time Days
• Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am -4:30pm rotating Saturdays

About the Unit

Mercy Hospital Pittsburgh ARU unit is a 12 bed inpatient hospital located in Pittsburgh, KS. With an A grade in hospital safety from the Leapfrog Group, all private rooms and a CMS three-star rating, we help patients feel secure knowing our commitment to their dignity, safety, comfort and recovery. Our ARU Unit is a very fast-paced yet fun environment with endless opportunities to learn and grow.

What you will do in this role

• Put your physical therapy skills to work where they're really needed - evaluate a patient's condition, develop a treatment plan, and help them get better day by day. You'll also instruct the nursing staff and the patient's families on follow-through programs that build on the progress they've made.
• Communicate patient progress or problems to supervisor and other team members; assist with patient scheduling and post charges daily to patient records.
• Document patient care in accordance with regulatory, licensing, payer and accrediting requirements.
• Instruct patient's family or nursing staff in follow-through programs.
• Maintain equipment and work area in a safe and clean condition.
• Handle job responsibilities in accordance with the Company's Code of Business Conduct, the Corporate Compliance Agreement, appropriate professional standard and applicable state/federal laws.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Current and unrestricted Physical Therapy license in the state where services are rendered.
• Current CPR certification.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Benefits

• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

EEOC Statement

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lifepoint Rehabilitation is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.