Physical Therapist (PT), PRN

Lifepoint Health; Pittsburg (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

401(k) match

Gym membership

Mental health services

Discount programs

Job summary

Lifepoint Health is seeking a Physical Therapist (PT) to join Mercy Hospital Pittsburgh ARU in Pittsburg, KS. This PRN Days role involves evaluating patients, developing treatment plans, and educating nursing staff and families to support progress.

The candidate will hold a PT degree, current state license, and CPR certification, with strong organizational and communication skills. The role supports ongoing professional growth and quality patient care within a fast-paced inpatient unit.

Qualifications

• Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Current and unrestricted Physical Therapy license in the state where services are rendered.
• Current CPR certification.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate a patient’s condition and develop a treatment plan.
• Instruct nursing staff and family on follow-through programs.
• Communicate patient progress to supervisor and other team members.
• Assist with patient scheduling and post charges to patient records.
• Document patient care in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Maintain equipment and work area in a safe and clean condition.
• Other duties as assigned by the department.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

DPT / PT degree

Job description

Facility Name: Mercy Hospital Pittsburgh ARU

Position: Physical Therapist (PT)

Shift: PRN Days

Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am -4:30pm rotating Saturdays

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

Mercy Hospital Pittsburgh ARU unit is a 12 bed inpatient Hospital located in Pittsburgh, KS. With an A grade in hospital safety from the Leapfrog Group, all private rooms and a CMS three-star rating, we help patients feel secure knowing our commitment to their dignity, safety, comfort and recovery. Our ARU Unit is a very fast-paced yet fun environment with endless opportunities to learn and grow!

What we're looking for

We are looking for a dynamic Physical Therapist who is passionate about helping others and is a team player!

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:

• 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.

What you will do in this role

• 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

Qualifications

• Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program
• Current and unrestricted Physical Therapy license in the state where services are rendered
• Current CPR certification
• Strong organizational and communication skills

EEOC Statement

Lifepoint Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.