Physical Therapist (PT), PRN, Inpatient Rehabilitation

Lifepoint Health®; East Chicago (IN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free gym memberships

Virtual care appointments

Mental health services

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Lifepoint Health® is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist for St. Catherine Rehab Center in East Chicago, Indiana. The role requires a current PT license in Indiana and involves assessing patients’ needs, overseeing therapy interventions, and working as part of a team. Offers include competitive pay, professional development opportunities, and wellness programs supporting mental and physical health. Join us in making a difference in the lives of patients and communities!

Qualifications

• Must hold valid Physical Therapist licensure in Indiana.
• Inpatient rehab experience preferred.
• BLS/CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee care of patients managed by assistants.
• Assess patients' needs and initiate therapy interventions.
• Evaluate treatment effects and recommend changes to physicians.
• Conduct patient assessments and reassessments.
• Manage pain with appropriate interventions.

Skills

Patient assessment

Pain management

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Inpatient rehabilitation

Education

Current licensure as a Physical Therapist in Indiana

Current BLS/CPR Card

Job description

St. Catherine Rehab Center Job Type: PRN | one Saturday a month minimum

Your Experience Matters

At Lifepoint Rehabilitation, 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 (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.

How You’ll Contribute

A Physical Therapist who excels in this role

• Assumes responsibility and accountability for the care of patients being treated by Physical Therapist Assistants and Therapy techs. May be assigned to 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 in maintaining standards for professional physical therapy practice and interdisciplinary teamwork.
• Observes and evaluates treatment affect, accomplishment of short and long term goals. Recommends change to physician, if needed.
• Performs an appropriate assessment on each patient and performs reassessments, as per policy. Performs accurate and timely QI scoring. The population is adult and geriatric patients requiring an adult medical rehabilitation program and services.
• Able to assess patient pain interfering with optimal level of function of participation in rehabilitation; makes appropriate interventions to reduce pain; makes appropriate physician contact for intervention.

This role will provide support across St. Catherine, St. Mary Medical Center, and Powers Health and Rehab Center. Floating requirements will vary based on the needs of each site, including coverage for leaves of absence, PTO, and call‑offs. The employee will be assigned to one location per day and will not be expected to split time between multiple sites within the same day.

What We Offer

• 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.
• Competitive Pay Rates
• Superior Quality Patient Outcomes
• Supportive Leadership and Culture

Qualifications And Requirements

• Current licensure as a Physical Therapist in the state where the hospital is located.
• Inpatient rehab experience preferred.
• Current BLS/CPR Card.

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.