Physical Therapist - Per Diem
About The Position
Rehabilitation Hospital of Northern Indiana is seeking a per diem Physical Therapist in Mishawaka, Indiana. The hospital provides inpatient rehabilitation for people recovering from serious injuries and illnesses, including stroke, brain or spinal cord injuries, multiple trauma, and other debilitating conditions. Its interdisciplinary team delivers individualized therapy to help patients restore mobility, communication, and daily living skills. The Physical Therapist provides care to restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit lasting physical disabilities. The role involves examining patients’ medical histories, evaluating physical abilities and likely response to therapy, and developing treatment plans. The therapist is expected to incorporate the hospital’s mission and Guiding Principles into daily practice.
Requirements
- Graduate degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
- Current and valid state Physical Therapist license.
- Basic Life Support/CPR certification from an approved vendor.
- Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
- 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 that help restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities.
- Examine patients’ medical histories and evaluate their physical abilities and potential to respond to therapy.
- Develop treatment plans.
- Integrate the hospital’s mission and Guiding Principles into daily practice.
Benefits
- Career advancement opportunities and support for professional growth.
- Recognition, wellness, and retention programs.
