Physical Therapist (PT) PRN

Milwaukee Rehabilitation Hospital; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

401k options

Life insurance

Disability plans

Job summary

A rehabilitation hospital in Milwaukee is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to evaluate and implement treatment strategies for patients facing physical dysfunction. The role emphasizes a supportive and collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth. Candidates must have a current physical therapy license and BLS certification, along with excellent communication and analytical skills. A competitive wage scale and comprehensive health benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• State licensure as a Physical Therapist must be current.
• BLS certification must be obtained from a recognized provider.
• Inpatient rehabilitation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and determine treatment strategies for patients.
• Deliver and delegate services to promote patient independence.
• Assess strength, mobility, pain, balance, and daily activities to guide therapy.
• Document findings and adjust plans with the interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Strong analytical and critical thinking skills

Detail-oriented

Education

Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Position Summary

Independently evaluates, determines treatment strategies, delivers and/or delegates services that identify, prevent, remediate, and rehabilitate acute or prolonged physical dysfunction or pain, with emphasis on physical dysfunction. This role encompasses evaluation skills and techniques, analysis of patients, and therapeutic application of physical and chemical agents, exercise and other procedures to maximize the patient’s functional independence. Evaluation involves strength, motor control, joint mobility, soft tissue integrity, pain, balance, coordination, posture, cardiopulmonary function, endurance, gait, and functional abilities in activities of daily living.

Pay

Rate of pay is based on years of experience and qualifications.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification must be obtained from the American Heart Association and/or American Red Cross. Online certification is not acceptable.

Desired Qualifications

• Inpatient rehabilitation experience

Knowledge, Skills and Ability Requirements

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational, time management and prioritization skills.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Detail-oriented, able to meet strict time frames.

Join our team and you will experience a total rewards package to support your health, life, career and retirement including:

• A supportive and collaborative work environment
• Opportunities to progress in function, skill, and pay
• A competitive wage scale
• A comprehensive health and wellness package including medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage

We offer a benefits package that will best suit your family’s needs. You can choose from a variety of medical coverage plans that best fit your lifestyle. You also have the option to enroll in additional perks such as 401k, life insurance, and disability plans.

Milwaukee Rehabilitation Hospital is an EEO employer - M/F/Vets/Disabled