Physical Therapist-Op Phys Therapy Prn

The Methodist Hospitals • Merrillville, IN

2d

About The Position

Overview Evaluates and treats patients of all ages who suffered loss of upper, lower extremities function, balance, coordination, endurance, or present with pain, or wounds/burns due to illnesses, trauma, or surgery. This position creates a treatment plan based on assessment findings and works with patients and families to achieve the highest possible level of independence.

Requirements

• Demonstrates proficiency in oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates good interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrates flexibility in order to meet unanticipated demands and priorities.
• Knowledgable in the principles of growth and development over life span.
• Possess skills to work with patients of all ages from infant to geriatric.
• Ability to perform work safely at all times adhering to the safety policies and procedures as well as the National Patient Safety Goals.
• Ability to perform all duties in a courteous and kind manner placing the patients and families needs first.
• Ability to assist other members of the health care team to achieve desired outcomes.
• Bachelors Physical Therapy Required
• Licensed Physical Therapist
• Certified Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation

Nice To Haves

• Healthcare/Medical - Physical Therapy Preferred

Responsibilities

• Designs and implements treatment plans based on assessment findings.
• Documents assessments and interventions accurately and timely.
• Educates patients and family members.
• Evaluates patients muscle strength, ROM, endurance, balance, pain, skin integrity and overall function level.
• Participates in multi-disciplinary meetings and case reviews.
• Supervises PT and PTA students as needed.
• Supervises PTA and Aides as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees