Job Title: Physical Therapist
Profession: Physical Therapist/PT
Specialty: Outpatient Physical Therapy
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: 8H Days
Hours per Shift: 40
Experience: Minimum 1 year in specialty
License: Current Physical Therapist license
Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS preferred
Must-Have:
Ability to manage a caseload independently.
Experience with specified patient types.
Ability to work with a multidisciplinary team.
Description:
This position requires a physical therapist specializing in outpatient care.
Candidates must have a minimum of 1 year of experience in the specialty.
Experience with spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, strokes, amputees, and other medically complex patients is vital.
The role involves treating acute patients post-cardiac and orthopedic procedures.
Outpatient responsibilities include general orthopedic, sports medicine, pediatrics, neuro-specific diagnoses, and spinal patients.
Required skills include managing a caseload independently and working collaboratively with other healthcare professionals.
The work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
Weekend coverage is not required for outpatient services, but may be needed for inpatient rehabilitation and acute care on occasion.
There are no holiday or on-call expectations associated with this role.
Scrubs or professional dress may be required.
Support within the department will include supervision from a supervisor and assistant director, as well as collaboration with peer therapists.
Familiarity with the department's electronic medical record and relevant equipment is necessary.
Candidates may discuss time-off needs during the interview process.