Physical Therapist (PT) - PRN

lutheranhomecape; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lutheran Home in Missouri is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist for a PRN position to deliver patient-centered care in a supportive setting. You will evaluate and treat patients, document exams, and participate in care planning while adhering to safety and infection control policies.

Experience in skilled nursing preferred; Missouri license required. The Lutheran Home is an equal opportunity employer supporting dignity and fulfillment in daily work.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice as a Physical Therapist in Missouri.
• Experience in a skilled nursing facility preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and carry out individually designed PT programs to maintain or improve physical function.
• Perform and document initial exams to identify problems and plan interventions.
• Evaluate progress and adjust treatment to maximize benefit.
• Review referrals and patient records to determine required PT treatment.
• Test and measure strength, function, and perception; record data.
• Adhere to safety, infection control, and billing guidelines.

Skills

Assessment & Evaluation

Treatment planning

Documentation

Infection control

Education

Missouri Licensed Physical Therapist

Job description

The Lutheran Home is looking for a licensed Physical Therapist for a PRN position, offering flexibility to make a meaningful impact in a supportive, patient-centered environment. Our work is guided by our core values of service, excellence, dignity, fulfillment, grace, and stewardship. With competitive pay, a positive culture, and the opportunity to truly make a difference.

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Plan, prepare, and carry out individually designed programs of physical therapy care and services to maintain, improve, or restore physical functioning, alleviate pain, or prevent physical dysfunction.
• Perform and document an initial exam, evaluating data to identify problems and determine a diagnosis prior to intervention.
• Evaluate effects of treatment at various stages and adjust treatments to achieve maximum benefit.
• Identify and document goals, anticipated progress, and plans for re-evaluation in a timely manner.
• Review referrals and medical records to help determine diagnosis and physical therapy treatment required.
• Test and measure patient’s strength, motor development and function, sensory perception, functional capacity, or respiratory or circulatory efficiency and record data.
• Perform all job responsibilities in accordance with prescribed safety and infection control procedures.
• Follow the guidelines set forth by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid, the fiscal intermediary, other insurance providers, and the American Medical Association regarding the appropriate delivery of skilled services, documentation required to support these services, and correct billing for medically necessary treatment.
• Adhere to the Physical Therapy Statutes established by the Missouri Board of Healing Arts.

License/Certification required:

• Licensed to work as a Physical Therapist in Missouri
• Experience in a skilled nursing facility preferred

About the Lutheran Home:

Since 1972, the Lutheran Home has provided the region's residents with dignified and compassionate care. We look to employ and empower dedicated and qualified individuals to provide a culture of positivity, compassion and fun so that we may all live each day fulfilled.

The Lutheran Home is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Not all positions may be eligible for all benefits.