Inpatient Physical Therapist - PRN - Float Pool

HonorHealth • Phoenix, AZ

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapist evaluates, administers, and oversees evidence-based physical therapy services for individuals with physical disabilities or functional limitations. The role uses specialized skills to prevent dysfunction, restore function, or slow the progression of pathology, with the goal of improving movement and daily living skills. The therapist develops and updates an appropriate plan of care in collaboration with patients and families to help patients return to their prior level of function, and works in accordance with physician referral guidelines, professional and regulatory standards, and departmental policies. Strong customer service and concise, tactful communication with patients, families, caregivers, physicians, coworkers, and other healthcare providers are expected.

This is a PRN float-pool position in inpatient acute care settings. The therapist must be willing to work at a minimum of three medical centers within HonorHealth’s network of hospitals in the Phoenix area. The listed schedule is day shift, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with rotating holidays and weekends.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited university approved by the APTA, required before starting employment.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Current, good-standing license issued by the Arizona Board of Physical Therapy and/or PT Compact licensure upon hire.
• Must be willing to work at a minimum of three medical centers.
• Six months of experience is listed as preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s or doctorate in Physical Therapy from an accredited university approved by the APTA, preferred before starting employment.
• Six months of recent experience for a network float position, preferred.
• American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) certificate, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement individualized treatment plans using skilled, evidence-based techniques, including therapeutic exercises, manual techniques, functional mobility training, activities of daily living training, and modalities as indicated.
• Provide verbal and written instructions to patients, caregivers, and family members as needed.
• Maintain current knowledge of physical therapy techniques and applicable DNV and Medicare requirements through continuing education and professional resources.
• Evaluate patients according to department operating policy, synthesize evaluation data, and identify treatment diagnoses using sound clinical reasoning.
• Establish comprehensive treatment plans with measurable, attainable, functional goals and a defined discharge plan.
• Reassess patients’ responses to treatment and document to ensure services remain effective and appropriate.
• Maintain accurate and current medical-record documentation, including evaluations, daily treatment notes, updated plans of care, progress reports, discharge summaries, and daily charges.
• Complete billing and billing sheets according to departmental procedures and required timeframes.
• Use resources effectively and efficiently in support of financial stewardship.
• Consult and coordinate with the interdisciplinary team and appropriate medical personnel regarding treatment, patient status, needs, and discharge plans.
• Provide timely feedback to case managers and other key personnel about discharge needs, including recommended level of care and equipment needs.
• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds as indicated and communicate information and concerns to support optimal outcomes.
• Use effective communication and interpersonal skills to foster collaborative staff relationships.
• Delegate appropriate patients to physical therapist assistants, supervise care provided by assistants and assistive personnel, and give them updated treatment plans and instructions.
• Serve as a resource on therapy-related issues for assistive personnel and staff from other departments.
• Help identify departmental needs and process improvements.
• Support recruitment and retention through positive role-modeling and fostering peer relationships.
• Participate in staff meetings, in-services, utilization review programs, committees, and student preceptor or mentor programs.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level