Physical Therapist Per Diem

Ernest Health•Casper, WY

25d•Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapist provides rehabilitative services to patients at Elkhorn Valley Rehabilitation Hospital in Casper, Wyoming. The role helps restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities in patients recovering from injuries or disease. The therapist examines medical histories, evaluates physical abilities and potential response to therapy, and develops treatment plans. The position integrates the hospital’s mission and Guiding Principles into daily practice. The hospital provides specialized inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services to patients in Wyoming and neighboring states.

Requirements

Graduate degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
Current and valid state Physical Therapist license.
Current 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 collaborate as a team member.

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 suffering from 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.