Physical Therapist (PT) - Inpatient Rehab

SSM Health Rehabilitation Hospital•Lake St. Louis, MO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

SSM Health Rehabilitation Hospital, a joint venture with Select Medical & SSM Health, is seeking a full-time Physical Therapist for their Lake St. Louis Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospital. The hospital's mission is to provide an exceptional patient care experience that promotes healing and recovery in a compassionate environment. Employees are expected to live cultural behaviors such as celebrating success, owning the future, being patient-centered, creating change, thinking first, and building trust. The role involves providing advanced treatment and comprehensive care to individuals with a variety of conditions including brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, orthopedic issues, amputation, and multiple traumas.

Requirements

Current state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as a Physical Therapist is required.
Certified BLS or completion in the first 90 days of employment is required.

Responsibilities

Evaluates assigned patients and establishes appropriate treatment goals and treatment programs.
Provides ongoing evaluation of patient’s status and goals, modifying treatment program for timely progression.
Develops comprehensive goals for patient treatment to maximize patient outcomes and return to community activities.
Coordinates treatment program in conjunction with other clinical/therapeutic services, as well as available community resources. Attends appropriate clinical meetings to facilitate coordination.
Provides for patient education to include the development of comprehensive and progressive home programs with instruction to the patient, family and other caregivers as appropriate to facilitate a safe and effective discharge.
Prepares for patient discharge inclusive of ordering of necessary equipment and recommendations for therapeutic services ensuring the continuum of care.
Evaluates patient in the actual or simulated home, school, work or community environments as necessary to facilitate a return to community activities, making recommendations for necessary adaptations or training.
Identifies and manages various levels of care necessary to ensure care plan delivery. Delegates and supervises the utilization of PTAs, as well as support personnel to maximize patient outcomes and ensure effective utilization of services.