Physical Therapist (PT) - $15K Relocation Bonus

SSM Health; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a full-time Physical Therapist for its New Orleans location. This role offers a comprehensive orientation program, competitive pay with a $15K sign-on bonus, and benefits including insurance and student debt support. Join a dedicated team to make a significant impact in patient rehabilitation and recovery.

Benefits

Sign-On Bonus

Student Debt Benefit Program

Comprehensive Insurance Coverage

Generous PTO

401(K) with Company Match

Clinical Ladder Program

Qualifications

• Valid state licensure or eligibility to obtain it.
• BLS certification or willingness to complete in first 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate assigned patients and establish treatment goals.
• Develop home programs and support for discharge.
• Supervise PTAs and ensure care plan delivery.

Skills

Patient Evaluation

Treatment Planning

Patient Education

Supervision

Education

Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist

Certified BLS

Job description

Overview

Hospital Name: Ochsner Rehabilitation Hospital

*A partnership with Select Medical

Position: Physical Therapist

Location: New Orleans, LA

Schedule: Full-timeSign-On Bonus / Relocation: $15K

Our Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospital is committed to providing exceptional and compassionate care to best address the medical, physical, emotional, and vocational challenges for individuals with brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, orthopedic issues, amputation, and multiple traumas.Ochsner Rehabilitation Hospital Named Among Best Physical RehabilitationCenters in Louisiana by Newsweek in 2024.

At our company, we support your career growth and personal well-being.

• Start Strong: Extensive and thorough Physical Therapist orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting.
• Elevate Your Skills: Clinical ladder program.
• Ease the Burden: Student Debt benefit program.
• Your Health Matters: Comprehensive insurance coverage, health, dental vision, life insurance. Generous PTO and 401(K) with company match.
• Your Impact Matters: Join a team of 44,0000 nationwide committed to providing exceptional care.

Ask us about our Student Debt benefit Program and clinical ladders!

We also offer a Full-time Weekend Option.

Schedule a call with our Sr. Regional Recruiter to learn more: https://calendly.com/eplantz/firesidechat

Responsibilities

• Evaluates assigned patients and establishes appropriate treatment goals and treatment programs.
• Provides ongoing evaluation of patient’s status and goals, modifying treatment program for timely progression.
• Develops comprehensive goals for patient treatment to maximize patient outcomes and return to community activities.
• Coordinatestreatment program in conjunction with other clinical/therapeutic services, as well as available community resources. Attends appropriate clinical meetings to facilitate coordination.
• Provides for patient education to include the development of comprehensive and progressive home programs with instruction to the patient, family and other caregivers as appropriate to facilitate a safe and effective discharge.
• Prepares for patient discharge inclusive of ordering of necessary equipment and recommendations for therapeutic services ensuring the continuum of care.
• Evaluates patient in the actual or simulated home, school, work or community environments as necessary to facilitate a return to community activities, making recommendations for necessary adaptations or training.
• Identifies and manages various levels of care necessary to ensure care plan delivery. Delegates and supervises the utilization of PTAs, as well as support personnel to maximize patient outcomes and ensure effective utilization of services.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Current state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as a Physical Therapist is required.
• Certified BLS or completion in the first 90 days of employment is required.

Additional Data

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disabled/Veterans