Physical Therapist (PT) - Acute Care - Southside Medical Center - PRN

Bon Secours Health System; Petersburg (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to join their team at a medical center in Petersburg. This role involves providing comprehensive physical therapy services, including assessments, treatment planning, and therapeutic interventions. The ideal candidate will have a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree and a passion for helping patients achieve their functional independence. Working in a collaborative environment, you will engage in performance improvement activities and contribute to patient care excellence. If you are ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Prescription drug coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance with AD&D

Employer contributions to retirement savings

Paid time off

Educational assistance

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Doctor of Physical Therapy program or equivalent.
• Current BLS certification required within 90 days of orientation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Document patient care in the electronic medical record.
• Participate in discharge planning as part of the interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Physical Therapy

Assessment Skills

Treatment Planning

Patient Education

Problem Solving

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy

Master's Degree in Physical Therapy

Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy

Tools

Electronic Medical Record (EMR)

Job description

Thank you for considering a career at Bon Secours!

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Physical Therapist (PT)

Southside Medical Center in Petersburg, VA

PRN (as needed) Two weekend days per month plus at least one holiday per year (Saturday and/or Sunday; 7AM - 3PM), flat rate

Please note: Prior acute care experience highly preferred and upcoming Physical Therapy graduates welcome to apply!

Primary Function/General Purpose of Position:

The incumbent shall be responsible for providing a full range of physical therapy services including assessment, treatment planning and therapeutic interventions in a team environment consistent with the position’s qualifications, professional practices and ethical standards.

The incumbent shall also demonstrate accountability for and contribution to performance improvement activities as applicable, problem solving, and productivity.

Employment Qualifications:

• The incumbent shall be a graduate of a Doctor of Physical Therapy program, qualified Master’s degree program or four year Bachelor’s degree program approved by the APTA (or foreign equivalent), and hold an applicable and current state license or certification to practice or meet all qualifications to be eligible for traineeship.
• Experience working with adult and geriatric populations is desirable.
• Experience working in the acute care setting is desirable however is not required.
• Current BLS certification required or obtained within ninety days of completing new employee orientation.

Essential Job Functions:

Clinical Area

• Conduct initial assessments.
• Develop individualized treatment plans.
• Provide age appropriate therapeutic interventions.
• Evaluate patient response to treatment.
• Document the course of patient care in the electronic medical record including progress made and continuing need for treatment.
• Provide patient and family education on tasks and resources that support continued functional independence and document same in the electronic medical record.
• Participate in discharge planning as part of the interdisciplinary team.

If you have any questions, please contact recruiter Talysa Taylor, at [e-mail]

Bon Secours is an equal opportunity employer.

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

• Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
• Prescription drug coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance w/AD&D
• Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
• Paid time off
• Educational Assistance
• And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.

Department: Physical Therapy - Southside RMC - Petersburg

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health– Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email [e-mail]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail].