Physical Therapist (PT) - Inpatient Rehab

SSM Health; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to join their inpatient rehab team. This role offers the chance to provide advanced treatment and comprehensive care for patients facing various challenges, including brain injuries and orthopedic issues. With a strong emphasis on patient-centered care, the ideal candidate will evaluate patients, develop tailored treatment programs, and collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal recovery outcomes. Join a supportive team that values your growth and success, while enjoying a range of benefits including tuition reimbursement and health insurance.

Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match

Short and Long Term Disability

Personal and Family Medical Leave

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.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates assigned patients and establishes appropriate treatment goals.
• Develops comprehensive goals for patient treatment to maximize outcomes.
• Coordinates treatment program with other clinical services.

Skills

Patient Evaluation

Treatment Program Development

Patient Education

Coordination of Care

Education

State Licensure as a Physical Therapist

Certified BLS

Job description

Physical Therapist (PT) - Inpatient Rehab

Select Rehabilitation Hospital-Springfield

Springfield, Missouri

Physical Therapist (PT)

Why work for Select Rehab Hospital? We are committed to your growth and success!

• Tuition Reimbursement
• Extensive and thorough orientation program
• Team oriented environment
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance; Life insurance; Prescription coverage
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Illness Days (EID)
• A 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Personal and Family Medical Leave

Here, you will provide advanced treatment and comprehensive 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 multiples traumas.

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.
• Coordinates treatment 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

Our mission is to provide an exceptional patient care experience that promotes healing and recovery in a compassionate environment. Each employee plays a vital role in doing that by living our cultural behaviors - celebrating success, owning the future, being patient-centered, creating change, thinking first and building trust.

We'd love for you to join the team!

Select Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

*Post offer employment testing (POETs) are completed as part of the onboarding process - to be completed before an employee's first day of work.*