Physical Therapist (PT), PRN

Lifepoint Health®; Ontario (CA); On-site; CAD 76,000 - 124,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

PTO & Leave

Career Growth Support

Well-being Programs

Professional Development

Job summary

Lifepoint Health is seeking a Physical Therapist (PT) for a Per Diem position at Kindred Hospital Ontario, CA. The role focuses on evaluating patients, developing treatment plans, and advancing recovery while coordinating with nursing and family members.

Responsibilities include documenting care, communicating progress to the team, and ensuring safe operation of equipment. CPR certification and a current PT license are required; rehab experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program.
• Current PT license.
• CPR certification required.
• Experience in rehab setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate a patient’s condition and develop a treatment plan, guiding progress day by day.
• Instruct nursing staff and patients’ families on follow-through programs.
• Communicate patient progress to supervisor and team; assist with scheduling and post charges.
• Document patient care per regulatory and accrediting requirements.
• Instruct family or nursing staff in follow-through programs.
• Maintain equipment and work area in a safe, clean condition.
• Adhere to company standards and applicable laws.

Education

Accredited physical therapy program

Job description

Physical Therapist (PT) - Long-Term Acute Care Hospital

Per Diem

Wage scale: $40.00-$65.00 per hour

Superior Outcomes, Supportive Leadership, Advancement Opportunities

Your Experience Matters

At Kindred Hospital Ontario, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a Physical Therapist 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.

How You'll Contribute

• Put your physical therapy skills to work where they're really needed -evaluate a patient's condition, develop a treatment plan, and help them get better, day by day. You'll also instruct the nursing staff and the patient's families on follow-through programs that build on the progress they've made
• Communicate patient progress or problems to supervisor and other team members; assist with patient scheduling and post charges daily to patient records
• Document patient care in accordance with regulatory, licensing, payer and accrediting requirements
• Instruct patient's family or nursing staff in follow-through programs
• Maintain equipment and work area in a safe and clean condition
• Handle job responsibilities in accordance with the Company's Code of Business Conduct, the Corporate Compliance Agreement, appropriate professional standard and applicable state/federal laws
• Other duties as assigned

What We Offer

Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. 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 & 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

• Education: Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program.
• Experience: Previous experience in rehab setting preferred.
• License: Current PT license.
• Certifications: CPR certification required.

About Us

At Kindred Hospital Ontario is a 91-bed located in Ontario, California, 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.

EEOC Statement

At Lifepoint Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. At Lifepoint Rehabilitation 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.