Physical Therapist (PT), PRN

Memorial Physician Practices; Kentucky; On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Higher education and certification tuition assistance

Loan assistance

401(k) retirement package with company match

Access to wellness programs

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Memorial Physician Practices is looking for a Physical Therapist (PT) to contribute to inpatient rehabilitation on a PRN basis. Responsibilities include patient assessment, therapy implementation, and progress evaluations.

The ideal candidate should hold a valid Physical Therapist license in Kentucky and ideally have experience in inpatient rehabilitation. This position offers financial and career growth opportunities as well as wellness programs.

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist in Kentucky.
• Inpatient rehabilitation experience preferred.
• Current BLS/CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Assume responsibility for care of patients.
• Assess patients' needs and initiate therapy interventions.
• Evaluate treatment effects and recommend changes.
• Perform assessments and reassessments as per policy.
• Implement interventions to reduce pain.

Skills

Patient assessment

Rehabilitation intervention

Teamwork

Pain management

Education

Current licensure as a Physical Therapist

Job description

Overview

Physical Therapist (PT), Inpatient Rehabilitation — PRN

How you'll contribute

• Assumes responsibility and accountability for the care of patients treated by Physical Therapist Assistants and Therapy technicians. May orient staff and students and assume the duties and responsibilities of the supervisor in the absence of that individual.
• Assesses patients' needs; identifies and initiates appropriate physical therapy interventions; works cooperatively with other patient team personnel to maintain standards for professional physical therapy practice and interdisciplinary teamwork.
• Observes and evaluates treatment effect, progress toward short- and long-term goals; recommends changes to the physician if needed.
• Performs an appropriate assessment on each patient and performs reassessments as per policy. Performs accurate and timely QI scoring. Population includes adult and geriatric patients requiring an adult medical rehabilitation program and services.
• Able to assess patient pain interfering with optimal level of function in rehabilitation; implements appropriate interventions to reduce pain; makes appropriate physician contact for intervention.

Why join us

• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance, and 401(k) retirement package with 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.

What we're looking for

Applicants should have a current licensure as a Physical Therapist in the state where the hospital is located.

Additional requirements:

• Inpatient rehab experience preferred
• Current BLS/CPR

EEOC Statement

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