PHYSICAL THERAPIST-ST BERNARDS MEDICAL CENTER

St. Bernards Healthcare; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Bernards Healthcare seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to assess, plan, organize and participate in rehabilitative programs aimed at improving mobility and reducing pain for patients with disease or injury.

The role requires strong clinical skills, sound judgment, and the ability to communicate effectively. Candidates should have CPR certification and experience with the frail elderly, with adherence to the Board's regulations as part of daily practice.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed in Arkansas to practice Physical Therapy.
• CPR certification required.
• Experience with frail elderly population preferred.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities; basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, organize and participate in rehabilitative programs to improve mobility and relieve pain.
• Increase strength and prevent deformity in patients with disease or injury.
• Adhere to rules and regulations set forth by the State Board.

Skills

Clinical skills

Good judgment

Communication

Problem solving

Basic computer skills

CPR certification

Education

Licensed Physical Therapist in Arkansas

Job description

• Must be licensed in the State of Arkansas to practice Physical Therapy. CPR certified.
• Experience
• Sound clinical skills and demonstrated good judgment. Working knowledge of physical, mental and social needs of the frail elderly population. Ability to problem-solve and plan effectively. Effective oral and written communication skills. Basic computer skills.
• Physical
• This is a safety sensitive position. Please see the St. Bernards Substance Abuse Policy for further information.
• Requires physical strength to perform the essential functions of the job. Must be able to work required schedule. Hearing within normal range. Frequent sitting, stooping, standing, walking, bending, pushing/pulling up to 250 pounds, and carrying up to 35 pounds, and lifting up to 100 pounds.
• JOB SUMMARY
• The Physical Therapist Assesses, plans, organizes, and participates in rehabilitative programs that improve mobility, relieve pain, increase strength, and decrease or prevent deformity of patients suffering from disease or injury. The Physical Therapist will meet and abide by rules and regulations set forth by the Board.