Physical Therapist (PT), Long Term Acute Care

Lifepoint Health®; Louisville (KY); Presencial; USD 70.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Comprehensive Benefits

Financial Protection & PTO

Higher education and certification tuition assistance

Employee Well-being programs

Professional Development opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

A healthcare organization is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist (PT) for a full-time position at Kindred Hospital Louisville at Jewish. This role focuses on evaluating and conducting therapy programs, while supervising assistants. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's Degree, a state license, and has strong critical thinking and judgment skills. The organization offers comprehensive benefits including health coverage, financial protection, and career development opportunities to support your well-being and professional growth.

Formación

• Must obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire.
• Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.

Responsabilidades

• Evaluate and conduct medically prescribed physical therapy treatment programs.
• Provide education on injury prevention, ergonomics, restorative therapy.
• Supervise physical therapy assistants and aides.

Conocimientos

Critical thinking skills

Decisive judgment

Ability to work with minimal supervision

Ability to work in a stressful environment

Educación

Bachelor's Degree

Physical Therapist License in state

Herramientas

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Descripción del empleo

Physical Therapist (PT) - Long-Term Acute Care

Kindred Hospital Louisville at Jewish

Full Time | Days

$2500 Sign on Bonus

Your Experience Matters

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Physical Therapist (PT) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More About Our Team

Kindred Hospital Louisville at Jewish is a 30-bed long-term acute care hospital located in Louisville, Ky, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.

Connect With Our Recruiter

Please contact Melissa Gilbert by email [e-mail], text 615-324-9804 or via phone [phone] or simply schedule a time and date that works best for you by clicking the link below. https://bit.ly/Mgilbert

How You'll Contribute

A Physical Therapist (PT) who excels in this role:

Evaluates and conducts medically prescribed physical therapy treatment programs. Provides educational information to patients in regard to injury prevention, ergonomics, restorative therapy and rehabilitation therapy. Supervises physical therapy assistants and aides in performing treatment.

• Performs initial and ongoing assessments of patient's condition.
• Establishes a plan of care which is appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient according to his or her capabilities and desires.
• Plans, prepares and carries out individually designed programs of physical treatment to maintain, improve or restore physical functioning, alleviate pain and prevent physical dysfunction in patients.
• Performs therapy interventions utilizing standard physical therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the age and condition of the patient.
• Directs and supervises physical therapy assistants, students, and other support personnel.
• Assesses competence, delegates specific tasks, and establishes channels of communication.
• Administers treatment involving application of physical agents, using equipment, moist packs, ultraviolet and infrared lamps, and ultrasound machines.
• Evaluates, fits, and adjusts prosthetic and orthotic devices and recommend modifications.
• Identifies and documents goals, anticipated progress and plans for reevaluation.

Why Join Us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• 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.

Qualifications And Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree Required
• Physical Therapist License in state
• Basic Life Support (BLS) obtain within 30 days of hire
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

EEOC Statement

Kindred Hospital Louisville at Jewish is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Kindred Hospital Louisville at Jewish is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.