Physical Therapist PRN - Springfield Physical Rehabilitation

Mercy Health • Springfield, OH

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About The Position

The Physical Therapist completes initial and ongoing assessments and provides skilled therapeutic interventions using professional education, knowledge, skill, and ability. The role may serve outpatients, inpatients, pediatric patients, and patients at off-site locations, as part of the full continuum of professional care. The position is PRN and is based in Springfield Physical Rehabilitation.

Requirements

• Licensed Physical Therapist in the state of current practice, or qualified for a traineeship or temporary license in that state.
• Demonstrate appropriate application of age-specific standards, policies, procedures, and guidelines when caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
• Demonstrate general computer skills, including data entry, word processing, email, and records management.
• Have analytical abilities to evaluate patient condition, capabilities, and progress.
• Have interpersonal skills to interact effectively with coworkers, physicians, patients, and families.
• Be able to work well with patients, the public, and other health care professionals at all levels.
• Demonstrate critical thinking skills.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of experience in an equivalent setting.
• BLS Basic Life Support certification upon hire; required within 30 days for BSMH and at hire for RSFH.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients, gather relevant information from various sources, and develop appropriate treatment plans with specific goals.
• Conduct ongoing assessments and revise treatment plans as needed to support effective care.
• Provide direct therapy in accordance with each patient's plan of care and current physical therapy standards of practice.
• Instruct patients and families in therapeutic procedures.
• Maintain accurate, concise, and timely documentation of treatment, patient progress, care coordination, orders, and goals in the electronic medical record.
• Provide timely co-signatures for supervised physical therapy assistants, when applicable.
• Maintain required productivity while preserving care quality and meeting or exceeding department standards for efficient and effective care.
• Follow departmental policies and procedures for safety, infection control, time-off requests, timecard recording, education, and annual compliance requirements.
• Supervise physical therapist assistants' treatment interventions and professional growth.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, and referral bonuses.
• 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources, and discounts.
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, and backup care for children and elders.
• Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed