Physical Therapist - Per Diem
About The Position
Bloomington Regional Rehabilitation Hospital has a per diem opportunity for a Physical Therapist in Bloomington, Indiana. The hospital provides inpatient rehabilitation for people recovering from serious injuries or illnesses, including stroke, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, and complex orthopedic conditions. Its interdisciplinary team works with patients and families to set goals and support recovery, using individualized programs, rehabilitation technology, a therapeutic gym, and an outdoor mobility track. The Physical Therapist provides care to restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities. The role includes reviewing medical histories, evaluating patients’ physical abilities and potential response to therapy, and developing treatment plans. The therapist integrates 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.
- Passion for patient care and ability to work collaboratively as a team player.
Nice To Haves
- One year of direct patient-care experience in a hospital setting.
Responsibilities
- Provide services to restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities in patients with injuries or disease.
- 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.
- Collaborate with patients, families, and colleagues to help patients achieve the best outcomes.
Benefits
- Career advancement opportunities and professional growth support.
