New Grad Physical Therapist, Inpatient or Acute Care or Outpatient, Frazier Rehab Institute, $4,500 sign on bonus

UofL Health • Louisville, KY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

UofL Health is hiring a new graduate Physical Therapist to work in acute care, inpatient rehabilitation at Frazier Rehab Institute, or an outpatient setting. The therapist evaluates and treats patients referred to the facility, develops and implements appropriate treatment plans, delivers treatment services, and provides comprehensive discharge planning. The role contributes as an effective team member to department and organizational goals.

Requirements

• BS, MS, or doctorate-level degree from an accredited college or university.
• Experience requirements vary based on practice setting and facility programmatic needs.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure in the Commonwealth of Kentucky or State of Indiana, as appropriate to the facility.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA).

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients and implement competent therapy treatment, conducting regular reassessments and modifying treatment to maximize functional independence in accordance with practice guidelines and department policies.
• Communicate patient status, including evaluation results, treatment plans, and goals, to physicians and therapy customers in a timely manner.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, family members, internal customers, and external customers.
• Provide cost-effective treatment programming while considering the financial implications of treatment costs and resources.
• Ensure patient charges and clinical documentation comply with regulatory standards and department policies.
• Oversee rehabilitation technicians, therapy assistants, and students in accordance with applicable practice acts and organizational and department policies.
• Monitor workflow to ensure productivity, practice standards, and regulatory requirements are met, and review staff work as appropriate.
• Participate in program development, performance improvement activities, and organization-sponsored community events.
• Respond professionally to feedback and concerns, using effective listening and problem-solving skills and participatory management.

Benefits

• $4,500 sign-on bonus for a one-year, full-time work commitment in acute care, inpatient rehabilitation, or outpatient rehabilitation.
• Free undergraduate tuition at the University of Louisville for the employee and their family.
• Certification reimbursement opportunities.
• Family health care plans starting at $159 per month, including medical, dental, and vision.
• Competitive salaries and benefit packages.
• Relocation assistance.
• Eligibility for the federal public service loan forgiveness program after 10 years of service for nonprofit health care workers.
• Professional development opportunities, including continuing education.

What This Job Offers

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