Physical Therapist (PT)

Job Summary

This position follows a clinical interview process. Candidates can expect outreach within two hours via phone or text, with decisions typically made the same day or by the next business day. Please note that specific processing timelines may vary for applicants seeking extended time off or those with background considerations.

Responsibilities

• Screen, evaluate, and rehabilitate patients with physical functioning disorders and/or wound care, developing appropriate plans of care that adhere to regulatory and clinical practice standards.
• Utilize standardized assessments and evidence-based practices to support clinical interventions.
• Administer various rehabilitation procedures, including manual techniques, ambulation, therapeutic exercises, modalities, and wound care.
• Assess patient progress and adjust treatments accordingly, documenting changes in the clinical record per regulatory and clinical requirements.
• Evaluate treatment outcomes and modify services based on patient evaluations; make referrals as necessary based on outcomes.
• Consult and counsel patients, families, caregivers, and other service providers regarding physical disorders.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and other health team members about patient progress, barriers, and treatment plans.
• Provide comprehensive discharge summaries of services rendered according to regulatory and clinical standards.
• Document all required information in the electronic documentation system and maintain patient records as per company policy.
• Accurately record treatment minutes for services rendered in compliance with all regulatory and clinical requirements.
• Participate in mandatory meetings, including patient care conferences, utilization reviews, and rehabilitation meetings.
• Engage in facility and company-required training sessions, in-services, and conferences.
• Obtain necessary Durable Medical Equipment (DME) or supplies as per regulatory and clinical practice requirements.
• Supervise and support physical therapist assistants, rehabilitation aides, and/or students.
• Adhere to professional practice acts, code of conduct, and ethics as outlined by relevant governing bodies.

Schedule

The position offers flexible hours from Monday to Friday, requiring a consistent start time between 6 AM and 10 AM. Weekend work is not typically required unless a holiday occurs during the week, in which case hours may be made up on the weekend.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of physical therapy experience is required.
• Experience in long-term care or rehabilitation is required.
• A valid Missouri State License is required.
• New graduates are welcome to apply as long as they have Level II experience rather than solely Level I observation experience.