Physical Therapist - Rehabilitation

1000 Owensboro Health, Inc.; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Owensboro Health Regional Hospital is seeking a Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat patients per prescribed plans of care. You will supervise PT/PTA students and oversee clinical rotations while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy and Kentucky licensure upon hire, with BLS certification due within 90 days. Weekend 0.9 FTE daytime hours are offered in rehabilitation services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Physical Therapy.
• PT license in Kentucky required upon hire.
• BLS Healthcare Provider required within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Performs initial and ongoing assessments of patient's condition.
• Establishes a plan of care which is appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient/family according to their capabilities and desires.
• Performs therapy interventions utilizing standard physical therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the age and condition of the patient.
• Supervises activities of physical therapy assistants, students, and other support personnel.
• Supervises PT & PTA students completing clinical rotations.

Skills

Critical thinking

Independent work

Stress resilience

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Physical Therapy

KY PT licensure

BLS certification

Job description

Weekend Requirements: One | Work Hours: 8AM - 4:30PM | Status: Full Time - 0.9 FTE (72 hours per pay period) | Entity: Owensboro Health Regional Hospital | Department: Rehabilitation

Job Summary: Evaluates and conducts medically prescribed physical therapy treatment programs. Supervises physical therapy assistants and aides in performing treatment.

Job Responsibilities

• Performs initial and on-going assessments of patient's condition.
• Establishes a plan of care which is appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient/family according to their capabilities and desires.
• Performs therapy interventions utilizing standard physical therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the age and condition of the patient.
• Supervises activities of physical therapy assistants, students, and other support personnel.
• Supervises PT & PTA students completing clinical rotations.

Skills and Attributes

• Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
• Works under minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Position Requirements

• Work Experience: No experience required
• Education: Bachelor's degree or higher in Physical Therapy required upon hire
• Licensure/Certification/Registration: PT - Licensed as a Physical Therapist in the state of Kentucky required upon hire
• BLS - Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 90 days of employment in this position

Organizational Responsibilities

• Supports Owensboro Health’s Mission, Vision, Core Commitments, and business interests.
• Adheres to all organizational policies and procedures.
• Executes all tasks and behaves in a manner consistent with a culture of compliance, safety and a high reliability organization.

Additional Job Information

This job description describes the general nature and level of work required by the position. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of qualifications, skills, duties, responsibilities or working conditions of the job. Specific duties and responsibilities consistent with the general nature and level of work described may vary by department and additional related duties may be assigned as needed. Some duties listed may not apply to all employees with this job description. The job description is subject to change with or without notice, and Management reserves the right to add, modify or remove any qualification or duty. Nothing in this job description changes the existing at-will employment relationship between the Organization and the employee occupying the position.

Standard ADA Settings

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

• Standing: 75%
• Walking: 75%
• Sitting: 50
• Lifting 0-25 lbs: 75%
• Lifting 25-75 lbs: 25%
• Lifting over 75 lbs: 25%
• Carrying 0-25 lbs: 75%
• Carrying 2575 lbs: 25%
• Carrying over 75 lbs: 25%
• Pushing/Plling 0-25 lbs: 75%
• Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs: 75%
• Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs: 75%
• Climbing: 50%
• Bending/Stooping: 75%
• Kneeling: 50%
• Crouching/Crawling: 50%
• Reaching: 75%
• Talking: 75%
• Hearing: 75%
• Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: 25%
• Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: 75%
• Keyboard Data Entry: 75%
• Running: 50%
• Vision: Depth Perception: 75%
• Vision: Distinguish Color: 75%
• Vision: Seeing Far: 75%
• Vision: Seeing Near: 75%
• Hazardous Drug Risk Exposure: Risk Level: Low-Risk

Owensboro Health Core Commitments

• INTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.
• RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.
• TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.
• INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.
• SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.
• EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.

Owensboro Health Overview

Owensboro Health is a nonprofit health system with a mission to heal the sick and to improve the health of the communities we serve in Kentucky and Indiana. The system includes Owensboro Health Regional Hospital, nationally recognized for design, architecture and engineering; Owensboro Health Muhlenberg Community Hospital; Owensboro Health Twin Lakes Medical Center; the Owensboro Health Medical Group comprised of over 200 providers at more than 30 locations; three outpatient Healthplex facilities, a certified medical fitness facility, the Healthpark; a surgical weight loss center and program, and the Mitchell Memorial Cancer Center.