PT - Physical Therapist - Inpatient Rehabilitation Services - AM

University of Alabama at Birmingham; Five Points South (AL); On-site; USD 73,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

UAB Medicine seeks a Physical Therapist for its Inpatient Rehabilitation Services. This role involves evaluating and providing therapy services in a collaborative environment, with responsibilities including patient documentation and staff training. Join a prestigious institution offering professional development opportunities and a supportive culture.

Benefits

100% tuition assistance

Wellness initiatives

Generous paid time off

Paid parental leave

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Qualifications

• Registered as a Physical Therapist by the State of Alabama.
• Certified in CPR.
• Collaborative with other healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and provide physical therapy services tailored to patient needs.
• Complete patient-related documentation to meet professional standards.
• Train and supervise Physical Therapy Assistants and interns.

Skills

Patient evaluation

Physical therapy planning

Documentation accuracy

Education

Graduate from an accredited School of Physical Therapy

Job description

Job Description - PT - Physical Therapist - Inpatient Rehabilitation Services - AM (UAB00131)

PT - Physical Therapist - Inpatient Rehabilitation Services - AM - (UAB00131)

Description

Compensation: Pay Range: $73,945.00 - $120,165.00 / year

Benefits available for eligible positions include: 100% tuition assistance, wellness initiatives, generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligible employer, and more. UAB Medicine provides a variety of resources to support employees both personally and professionally.

Multiple Shifts Available: UAB Medicine supports work/life balance. The shifts available for this unit are: Full-Time, Monday - Friday.

Job Highlights

UAB Spain Rehabilitation Center is opening an 11-story, state-of-the-art inpatient rehabilitation pavilion in spring 2025. The new hospital will include 78 rehabilitation beds and the latest technology, all designed to promote functional activity at every turn. Our team of highly skilled therapists practice in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, providing comprehensive, evidence-based care focused on each patient and their road to recovery. We support professional clinical development through mentorship and other growth opportunities, and UAB Medicine covers the cost of certain professional certifications.

Home to nationally designated SCI and TBI Model Systems, UAB Spain Rehabilitation Center provides physical, occupational, speech, recreational, and music therapy. Join our inpatient rehabilitation team and help shape the future of healthcare in Alabama and beyond.

Work with the Best at UAB Medicine

UAB Medicine is Alabama’s largest single-site employer, operating over 1,200 beds and more than 200 clinics in Birmingham, Alabama. As part of UAB Medicine, you join a nationally ranked academic medical center committed to education and research. Recognitions include U.S. News & World Report's Best Hospitals, #1 in Alabama; America’s No. 1 Best Large Employer, Forbes, 2021; Level I Trauma Center; NCI-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center; and more. Our success stems from our supportive and inclusive culture. UAB Medicine offers unique avenues for career advancement, professional growth, and skill diversification.

Job Responsibilities

Evaluate, plan, and provide physical therapy services as prescribed by the referring physician, tailored to patient needs. Complete patient-related documentation ensuring content accuracy and timeliness to meet professional and legal standards. Develop and evaluate plans of care for Physical Therapy Assistants following APTA guidelines. Train and orient new department staff and participate in clinical training and supervision of students and interns.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited School of Physical Therapy required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.
• Currently registered as a Registered Physical Therapist (PT) or (RPT) by the State of Alabama Board of Physical Therapy required.
• Currently certified in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) required.