Physical Therapist - Student Loan Assistance

Ernest Health, Inc.; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

HSA options

Dental & Vision coverage

401K with match

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Competitive pay

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness challenges & PTO accrual

Career ladder bonuses

Preceptor bonuses

Job summary

Ernest Health, Inc. in Lafayette, Indiana is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist for a full-time role at Lafayette Regional Rehabilitation Hospital.

You will provide evidence-based therapy to restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and support patients’ independence throughout their rehab journey. Join a multidisciplinary team committed to high-quality care, ongoing professional growth, and patient-centered outcomes.

Qualifications

• Current and valid licensure as a Physical Therapist.
• BLS Certification from an approved vendor.
• One year of direct patient care experience in a hospital setting (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy to restore function, mobility, relieve pain and prevent or limit disability.
• Assess patients, develop treatment plans, and monitor progress.
• Incorporate the hospital’s mission and guiding principles into daily practice.

Skills

PT License

BLS Certification

Hospital experience

Education

DPT/Physical Therapy degree

Tools

EMR systems

Office software

Job description

Overview

Physical Therapist - Full Time - Lafayette, Indiana

Join our world-class team of driven, passionate healthcare professionals who are focused on service excellence and providing top quality care!

We have a great Full-Time opportunity for a Physical Therapist in Lafayette, IN.

At Lafayette Regional Rehabilitation Hospital we strive to attract, retain, develop, and empower our employees, supporting them in their professional growth with career advancement opportunities and a path to success within our organization.

Lafayette Regional Rehabilitation Hospital in Lafayette, Indiana is a state-of-the-art inpatient rehabilitation hospital providing compassionate care to patients in Greater Lafayette and surrounding communities. We specialize in intensive rehabilitation for people overcoming strokes, brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, multiple trauma, and complex orthopedic conditions. Our interdisciplinary rehab team – including therapists, nurses, and rehabilitation physicians – tailors comprehensive therapy programs for each patient, helping them relearn skills and gain strength through physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and innovative rehabilitation techniques. The hospital features modern amenities such as a large therapy gym, an indoor therapy pool, and transitional living spaces to practice daily activities, all designed to support a holistic recovery. Accredited and consistently praised for high patient satisfaction and outcomes, Lafayette Regional Rehabilitation Hospital fosters a positive, teamwork-driven culture where patients are empowered to achieve their rehabilitation goals in a warm and professional setting.

As a participating hospital of Ernest Health, we offer robust recognition, wellness, and retention programs. These programs focus to enhance the employees’ work experience, recognize, and celebrate achievements. We also encourage employees to share their work experience through “My Ernest Journey” and through our Engagement Survey, where our approach is “You Spoke, We Listened”. These platforms provide additional avenues for employees to give feedback about their work experience and share what is important to them.

Our hospital offers comprehensive benefits, designed to support your health and financial well-being.

Benefits:

• PPO and High Deductible Medical Plan options
• Flexible and Health Saving account options available
• Dental and Vision coverage
• 401K with employer matching
• Life insurance
• Short-and-long term disability
• Competitive compensation

Wellness & Work Life balance:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program with quarterly wellness challenges with participation incentives.
• Earned Time Off - Start accruing vacation time on start date.

Professional Growth:

• Clinical Career Ladder bonus program
• Therapy Preceptor bonus program

What you bring:

• A passion for patient care, a team player, motivating and collaborating therapist to assist patients to reach the best outcome.
• Graduate Degree from an accredited program in Physical Therapy.
• Current State Physical Therapist License.
• Current BLS

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• Current and valid licensure as a Physical Therapist required.
• BLS Certification from an approved vendor required.
• One year of direct patient care experience in a hospital setting preferred.

Additional Qualifications/Skills:

• Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
• Demonstrates an understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency.
• Demonstrates competency in the provision of care according to established standards
• Demonstrates appropriate application of age specific standards, policies and procedures and guidelines in caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients
• Demonstrates general computer skills including: data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
• Leadership skills in delegating, organizing, and educating coworkers and staff.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
• Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.

Responsibilities

Provides services that help restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities of patients suffering from injuries or disease. Examines patient's medical history, evaluates their physical abilities, determines their potential to respond to therapy, and develops treatment plans. Integrates the hospital’s mission and “Guiding Principles” into daily practice.