Inpatient Acute Physical Therapist

Shift Information

Day shift

Minimum Experience Required

1 year of experience

Certifications and Requirements

• BLS/BCLS certification required
• Active Ohio physical therapy license required

Job Description

We are looking for a qualified Inpatient Acute Physical Therapist to join our team in providing care for a variety of patients in an acute care setting. The ideal candidate will have experience treating semi-complex patients with multiple orthopedic and internal injuries.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy assessments and interventions for adult, geriatric, and young adult patients.
• Work with patients recovering from orthopedic and joint replacement surgeries, as well as managing cases involving neurosurgical, neurological, cardiovascular, general surgery, and medically complex patients.
• Utilize EPIC EMR for documentation and patient management, if applicable.
• Participate in team meetings and collaborate with other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and best practices in physical therapy.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of acute care physical therapy experience within the past 5 years.
• Familiarity with orthopedic procedures and post-operative care preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage a diverse patient caseload effectively.

Schedule

The role involves working five 8-hour shifts or four 10-hour shifts per week, including regular weekend shifts. We strive to accommodate personal time-off requests whenever possible.

Holiday Coverage

Holiday coverage is required.