Physical Therapist - Children's of Mississippi - PRN

University of Mississippi Medical Center•Jackson, MS

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Provide physical therapy services to individuals experiencing impairments, functional limitations, or changes in physical function and health due to injury, disease, or other causes. The role focuses on improving functional outcomes and overall quality of life. It also includes educating other medical professionals and providing prevention and wellness services, including screenings and health promotion. The position is part time and PRN at Children's Rehabilitation Services, Main Campus Jackson. It is hourly and non-exempt. The Physical Therapist license from the Mississippi Board of Physical Therapy is required by the hire date, and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association is required within 90 days after hire.

Requirements

Physical Therapist license from the Mississippi Board of Physical Therapy by the hire date.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association within 90 days after hire.
Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosing, treating, and rehabilitating physical dysfunctions, and knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and kinesiology.
Skill in performing manual physical therapy treatment programs and ability to observe, assess, and record symptoms, reactions, and patient progress.
Ability to instruct and motivate patients and to safely lift and physically manipulate them when necessary.

Responsibilities

Synthesize complex medical data to administer appropriate tests and examine patients’ physical and cognitive status.
Use clinical reasoning to develop and update a comprehensive plan of care in collaboration with the patient and family, considering age, lifestyle, and functional goals.
Ensure clinical practice reflects critical thinking, effective communication, and safe patient care.
Use appropriate methods, materials, and treatment techniques to support learning, and monitor patient and family responses to adapt education programs.
Reassess patient status and revise interventions and goals as appropriate; discharge patients when goals are met or medical necessity no longer applies.
Maintain timely, legible, and efficient documentation that meets professional and departmental standards, and provide clear, accurate oral reports.
Use clinical judgment to assess and recommend assistive devices, prosthetics, or orthotics to improve functional status.
Provide training and supervision in therapy techniques and objectives for students and other medical staff.
Collaborate and communicate effectively with the healthcare team, supervisors, and peers to optimize patient care and team productivity.
Consistently meet established patient care productivity standards.