Physical Therapist / PT Acute Care
About The Position
The Acute Care Physical Therapist performs evaluations, establishes plans of care, and ensures delivery of prescribed care to assigned patients in accordance with American Physical Therapy Association standards of practice and the physical therapy practice act in Kansas. The role provides direction and clinical supervision to clinical support staff and promotes physical therapy services and professional development throughout the organization and community. The position reports to the assigned leader of the department. This is a full-time, day-shift position with The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus in Topeka, Kansas. The campus offers 378 licensed beds and has provided care since 1909.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in physical therapy.
- Active physical therapy license in the State of Kansas.
- BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and before providing direct patient care.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy.
- Previous experience in a medical or rehabilitation setting.
Responsibilities
- Perform physical therapy evaluations and establish plans of care for assigned patients.
- Ensure delivery of prescribed care in accordance with APTA standards of practice and the Kansas physical therapy practice act.
- Provide direction and clinical supervision to clinical support staff.
- Promote physical therapy services and professional development throughout the organization and community.
Benefits
- Career growth opportunities.
- Tuition assistance.
- Resources supporting wellness, education, and financial well-being.
- Paid time off.
- Comprehensive health benefits.
- Supportive and inclusive culture.
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Job Type
Full-time
