Physical Therapist- Inpatient Therapy

Huntsville Hospital Health System•Huntsville, AL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The RPT assumes primary responsibility for evaluation of the patient, planning, implementing, supervising, reevaluating and changing the treatment program. The therapist maintains adequate records and documents the appropriate progress reports and patient education. The therapist supervises support staff and students as assigned. About Us Highlights of our hospitals Huntsville Hospital was recently named Best Regional Hospital and #2 in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report. With 971 beds, a specialized Orthopedic & Spine Tower, a Level III Regional Neonatal ICU, and the largest Emergency Department and Level 1 Trauma Center in the state with our own specialized Red Shirt Trauma Program, there are many opportunities to apply your knowledge and skills. We are a certified Primary Stroke Center and named "One of the Top 100 Hospitals in the Nation with Great Heart Programs." From six cath labs and four EP labs to multiple medical and step-down units, you can continually grow your skillset! We offer a training center on campus for continuing education, Shared Governance Program, Clinical Ladder for professional development, The Daisy Award, and if you are a new grad, a Nurse Residency Program to help you transition from student to professional nurse. We care about you and your well-being by offering an excellent benefits package, childcare, health and wellness programs, an onsite employee pharmacy, a free health clinic, tuition assistance, and much more. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are a partner to the U.S. Army’s Partnership for Your Success (PaYS) program. Ask us about incentives and additional opportunities.

Requirements

Graduate of physical therapist program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) required.
Must have current Alabama license.
Must receive Basic Life Support certification within orientation period.
Must have excellent communication skills with the ability and willingness to work with all patients in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Prefer member of APTA.

Responsibilities

evaluation of the patient
planning the treatment program
implementing the treatment program
supervising the treatment program
reevaluating the treatment program
changing the treatment program
maintaining adequate records
documenting the appropriate progress reports
documenting patient education
supervising support staff
supervising students as assigned

Benefits

medical
dental
vision
life insurance
flexible spending
short term and long term disability
several retirement account options with 401K organization match
nurse residency program
tuition assistance
student loan reimbursement
On-site training and education opportunities
Employee Discounts to phone providers, local restaurants, tickets to shows, apartment application and much more!