Physical Therapist

Baptist Healthcare System • Richmond, KY

3d

About The Position

The Physical Therapist (PT) is responsible for the evaluation and/or implementation of a treatment program for all referred patients. The PT contributes to the development and the upgrading of treatment programs and protocols. The PT also contributes to the development and achievement of departmental goals, objectives, and performance improvement indicators. Their duties can vary depending on the hospital department, but generally, they include: The Physical Therapist (PT) is responsible for the evaluation and/or implementation of a treatment program for all referred patients. The PT contributes to the development and the upgrading of treatment programs and protocols. The PT also contributes to the development and achievement of departmental goals, objectives, and performance improvement indicators. Patient and family education is included in the treatment plan and goals. The PT will complete documentation according to applicable national and state regulations as well as hospital and departmental policies. The therapist will participate in departmental operational plan.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree for Physical Therapy from an accredited institution by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)
• New graduates accepted but experience is preferred
• Licensed or eligible for licensure in the state of Kentucky and Certified.
• BLS Certification Required

Responsibilities

• evaluation of patients
• implementation of treatment programs
• development of treatment programs
• upgrading of treatment programs and protocols
• achievement of departmental goals
• patient and family education
• complete documentation
• participate in departmental operational plan

Benefits

• PRN (As Needed)
• Preventive Plan
• Retirement Plans
• Flimp Decisions - Flimp Decisions will help you pick the best value plan option given your expected medical needs. The proprietary algorithm provides a personalized financial analysis and recommendation, considering both premium and expected out-of-pocket cost (copays, etc.), as well as other important plan features.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees