Physical Therapist - Acute Care - Medford, OR

VitalHire•Medford, OR

17d•Onsite

About The Position

A full-service medical center in Medford, Oregon is hiring a full-time Acute Care Physical Therapist for a day schedule. The therapist will help hospitalized patients improve mobility and strength and prepare for discharge, as part of a team focused on whole-person, patient-focused care. The role treats inpatients with a wide range of orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, post-surgical and medical conditions. A sign-on bonus is available for eligible hires.

Requirements

Bachelor's, master's or Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from an accredited physical therapy program.
Oregon Physical Therapist license by the start date, and licensure in any state where care is provided.
Current AHA BLS (Healthcare Provider) certification.

Nice To Haves

Acute care or hospital experience is preferred; new graduates and early-career therapists are encouraged to apply.
Additional specialized training may be required for specific department needs.
Compassionate, energetic therapist who enjoys the pace and variety of hospital care and wants to develop acute care skills alongside an experienced, supportive team.

Responsibilities

Evaluate and treat inpatients with a range of orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, post-surgical and medical conditions.
Develop individualized plans of care that account for each patient's age, physical needs and functional needs.
Provide mobility training, therapeutic exercise, gait and transfer training, and safe discharge planning.
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, case managers and the rehabilitation team to maximize patient independence.
Document evaluations, progress and outcomes accurately and on time.
Educate patients and families to support a safe transition home.