Physical Therapist Student Loan Assistance Program

Ernest Health•Casper, WY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Elkhorn Valley Rehabilitation Hospital is hiring a full-time Physical Therapist in Casper, Wyoming, with part-time and per-diem options also available. The therapist provides rehabilitative care to patients recovering from injuries, illnesses, or chronic medical conditions. The hospital offers specialized inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services and is a 40-bed facility serving Wyoming and neighboring states. The Physical Therapist examines patients’ medical histories and physical abilities, assesses their potential response to therapy, and develops treatment plans. Care focuses on restoring function, improving mobility, relieving pain, and preventing or limiting permanent physical disabilities. The therapist integrates the hospital’s mission and Guiding Principles into daily practice and collaborates with patients and coworkers to support optimal outcomes.

Requirements

Graduate degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
Current and valid state Physical Therapist license.
Current Basic Life Support/CPR certification from an approved vendor.
Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
Demonstrated understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency.
Competency in providing care according to established standards.
Ability to apply age-specific standards, policies, procedures, and guidelines when caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
General computer skills, including data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
Leadership skills in delegating, organizing, and educating coworkers and staff.
Effective organizational and time-management skills.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
Ability to maintain quality, safety, and infection-control standards.

Nice To Haves

One year of direct patient-care experience in a hospital setting.

Responsibilities

Provide services to restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities.
Examine patients’ medical histories and evaluate their physical abilities.
Determine patients’ potential to respond to therapy.
Develop treatment plans.
Integrate the hospital’s mission and Guiding Principles into daily practice.