Weekend PT/PTA - Acute Care & Inpatient Rehab

Ozark Health, Inc.; Michigan; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO accrual

Job summary

Ozark Health, Inc. is seeking a Physical Therapist (PT) or Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for weekend coverage in acute care and inpatient rehabilitation settings.

Flexible weekend scheduling (Saturday/Sunday) — shift length and total hours negotiable based on department need and candidate availability. The Weekend PT/PTA provides therapy services under a physician's plan of care, collaborates with the interdisciplinary team, participates in discharge planning, and ensures safe, timely

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy (PT) or Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program.
• Current, unencumbered PT or PTA license in the state of Arkansas.
• Acute care or inpatient rehabilitation experience preferred; new graduates considered.
• Current CPR/BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled physical therapy treatment to acute care and inpatient rehab patients.
• Complete evaluations (PT) and daily treatment documentation in the EMR on date of service.
• Communicate patient status, functional progress, and safety concerns to nursing, case management, and the interdisciplinary team.
• Participate in discharge planning discussions and equipment/home safety recommendations as needed.
• Ensure appropriate use of assistive devices, mobility aids, and safety precautions during treatment sessions.
• Follow infection control, fall prevention, and facility safety protocols at all times.
• Maintain accurate charge capture and billing documentation.
• Communicate effectively with weekday therapy staff to ensure continuity of care across the full week.
• Respond to changes in patient status and elevate concerns to appropriate clinical staff promptly.
• Participate in departmental performance improvement activities as applicable to weekend operations.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Independent work

Communication

EMR proficiency

Education

PT or PTA degree

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Ozark Health, Inc. is seeking a Physical Therapist (PT) or Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for weekend coverage in acute care and inpatient rehabilitation settings.

Flexible weekend scheduling (Saturday/Sunday) — shift length and total hours negotiable based on department need and candidate availability. The Weekend PT/PTA provides therapy services under a physician's plan of care, collaborates with the interdisciplinary team, participates in discharge planning, and ensures safe, timely