Physical Therapist

Owensboro Health • Owensboro, KY

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapist evaluates and conducts medically prescribed physical therapy treatment programs and supervises physical therapy assistants and aides in performing treatment. The role works in Outpatient Rehab at Owensboro Health Regional Hospital.

The position requires critical thinking, decisive judgment, and the ability to work under minimal supervision in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. The Physical Therapist supports Owensboro Health’s mission, vision, core commitments, and business interests; follows organizational policies and procedures; and performs work consistent with a culture of compliance, safety, and high reliability.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Physical Therapy required upon hire.
• Licensed as a Physical Therapist in the state of Kentucky required upon hire.
• Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider certification required within 90 days of employment.
• Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
• Works under minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial and ongoing assessments of patients’ conditions.
• Establish an appropriate plan of care based on identified problems and involve the patient and family according to their capabilities and desires.
• Perform therapy interventions using standard physical therapy techniques and skills appropriate to the patient’s age and condition.
• Supervise the activities of physical therapy assistants, students, and other support personnel.
• Supervise PT and PTA students completing clinical rotations.
• Support Owensboro Health’s mission, vision, core commitments, and business interests; adhere to organizational policies and procedures; and act consistently with a culture of compliance, safety, and high reliability.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level