Physical Therapist - Outpatient - Ochsner Medical Center - Hancock

Ochsner Health • Bay St. Louis, MS

5d

About The Position

The Physical Therapist functions autonomously to deliver physical therapy treatment through referral or direct-to-consumer access. The role evaluates patients, develops treatment plans, assesses responses to treatment, and monitors progress toward patient-specific goals. The therapist helps ensure access to care, a positive patient experience, and quality of care, and contributes to program development and enhancement to meet patient and community needs.

The position requires a bachelor's degree in physical therapy and a current physical therapy license in the state of practice, eligibility for licensure by examination, or reciprocity from another state. Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association is also required. No prior work experience is required.

The role involves routine patient-care duties and exposure to blood, body fluids, tissue, communicable diseases, and potentially hazardous medications or waste. The position is classified as very heavy work, with physical demands that may include exerting more than 100 pounds of force occasionally, more than 50 pounds frequently, and more than 20 pounds constantly. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in physical therapy.
• Current physical therapy license in the state of practice, eligibility for licensure by examination, or reciprocity from another state.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present information clearly and professionally to people at varying levels throughout the patient-care process.
• Excellent judgment and decision-making skills when working with a variety of patients and diagnoses.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain flexible with fluctuating schedules based on patient demand.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of very heavy work, as described in the posting.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and provide treatment programs to facilitate patient-specific goals.
• Assess patients’ responses to treatment and recommend treatment plan changes as appropriate.
• Maintain patient records according to documentation standards, policies, and procedures.
• Meet established productivity levels, including targets related to access to care, patient experience, and quality.
• Assist with program development and enhancement to meet patient and community needs.
• Adapt behavior to the specific patient population, including respecting privacy, introducing oneself appropriately, explaining services or procedures, requesting permission, and adapting communication style.
• Remain knowledgeable about and comply with applicable laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Report known or suspected unethical or questionable conduct and patient or employee safety, privacy, or other compliance-related concerns.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time