PRN Physical Therapist — Transform Lives in Rehab

Lifepoint Health; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

PTO & Insurance

Tuition assistance

401(k) retirement with company match

Wellness programs

Professional development

Job summary

Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital Springfield, operated with Lifepoint Health, is seeking a PRN Physical Therapist to join our fast-paced rehab team in Missouri. You will evaluate patients, develop and implement care plans, and supervise PT staff while coordinating care to restore function and reduce pain.

The role requires MO licensure, a Bachelor’s degree in physical therapy, BLS within 30 days, and strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Education: Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree is required.
• Licenses: Physical Therapist License in state of Missouri is required.
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) obtain within 30 days of hire
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Accepting new Grads

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 according to his or her capabilities and desires.
• Plans, prepares and carries out individually designed programs of physical treatment to maintain, improve or restore physical functioning, alleviate pain and prevent physical dysfunction in patients.
• Performs therapy interventions utilizing standard physical therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the age and condition of the patient.
• Directs and supervises physical therapy assistants, students, and other support personnel. Assesses competence, delegates specific tasks, and establishes channels of communication.
• Evaluates, fits, and adjusts prosthetic and orthotic devices and recommend modifications.
• Identifies and documents goals, anticipated progress and plans for reevaluation.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Initial and ongoing assessments

Care planning with patient involvement

PT interventions and modalities

Supervision of PT assistants and staff

Prosthetics and orthotics fitting

Documentation and communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital Springfield, operated with Lifepoint Health, is seeking a PRN Physical Therapist to join our fast-paced rehab team in Missouri. You will evaluate patients, develop and implement care plans, and supervise PT staff while coordinating care to restore function and reduce pain.

The role requires MO licensure, a Bachelor’s degree in physical therapy, BLS within 30 days, and strong organizational and communication skills.