Physical Therapist - Per Diem / As Needed

Northshore Rehabilitation Hospital • LA

110d

About The Position

North Shore Rehabilitation Hospital is seeking a Physical Therapist (PT) for our Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospital located in Lacombe, LA. This position is per diem, meaning it is as needed. Our hospital is dedicated to providing exceptional and compassionate care to individuals facing medical, physical, emotional, and vocational challenges due to brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, orthopedic issues, amputation, and multiple traumas. We offer an extensive orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting and opportunities for advancement based on demonstrated skills and dedication. We also provide benefits that support the financial, work/life, and emotional well-being of our employees and their families.

Requirements

• Hold a current state licensure as a Physical Therapist (PT).
• Possess Certified BLS or obtain it within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Performing initial and ongoing systematic patient assessment.
• Promoting continuous quality improvement.
• Teaching and counseling patients/families.
• Setting goals and developing treatment plans.
• Working cooperatively to identify and solve patient-specific and facility-wide needs.
• Participating in discharge planning for each patient, including placement, patient/family education and adaptive equipment.
• Supervising Physical Therapy Assistants, as well as supervising PT and PTA students.
• Conducting individual patient therapy regimens.
• Monitoring patient's response to treatment and modifying treatment during sessions, as needed.
• Completing appropriate documentation according to department policies and procedures.
• Participating in departmental, hospital, and community continuing education seminars and in-services.

Benefits

• 401k eligibility based on reaching 1,000 hours within the first anniversary or subsequent calendar year.
• Employee assistance program available to part-time employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level