Job Description

We’re seeking a Physical Therapist to provide rehab support in a facility in the Indianapolis, IN area. The Physical Therapist (PT) assumes responsibility and accountability for a designated group of patients and provides physical therapy evaluations, modalities, and treatments in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies and procedures, maintaining the highest degree of quality patient care. Assists patients to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities.

Responsibilities:

• Assumes responsibility and accountability for the care of those patients being treated by Physical Therapist Assistants and Aides. May be assigned to orient staff and students and assume the duties and responsilibies of the supervisor in the absence of that individual.
• Assesses patients’ needs; identifies and initiates appropriate physical therapy interventions; works cooperatively with other patient team personnel in maintaining standards for professional physical therapy practice and interdisciplinary teamwork.
• Observes and evaluates treatment affect, accomplishment of short and long term goals. Recommends change to physician, if needed.
• Performs an appropriate assessment on each patient and performs reassessments, as per policy. Performs accurate and timely QI scoring. The population is adult and geriatric patients requiring an adult medical rehabilitation program and services.
• Able to assess patient pain interfering with optimal level of function of participation in rehabilitation; makes appropriate interventions to reduce pain; makes appropriate physician contact for intervention.
• Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
• Formulates a teaching plan based on identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning; family is included in teaching, as appropriate. Performs appropriate documentation.
• Demonstrates knowledge and proficiency of physical therapy modalities.
• Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses phychosocial, cultural, ethnic, and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families.
• Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly. Maintains department cleanliness and safety.
• Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care.

Schedule:

• Shift: Days
• Duration - 13 weeks
• Start date: TBD

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Valid state PT license
• CPR Card (AHA)
• Minimum 2 - 5 year of experience

Compensation:

• Negotiable
• Tax free allowance available for travelers
• Commute must be 50 mile or greater to qualify for travel stipends
• Weekly compensation
• Debit card pay plan available

Distinctive Resource Services is a direct affiliate of Evolve Healthcare Staffing. Evolve Healthcare Staffing accommodates the needs of the healthcare industry while focusing on the healthcare professional. We believe doing what is right will always be right, and that a more diverse team will always outperform a less diverse team. We endeavor to represent the essence of the healthcare industry today – top-tier talent providing assistance to those in need in the community, while also continuing the goal to become the epitome of goodwill among the supplemental staffing industry here in the United States.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $46.00 - $48.00 per hour

Healthcare setting:

• Outpatient
• Rehabilitation center

Medical specialties:

• Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

License/Certification:

• Physical Therapy License (Required)
• CPR Certification (Required)

Work Location: One location

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