Physical Therapist

Additional Information About The Role We are seeking a passionate and patient-centered Physical Therapist to join our rehab unit. Our supportive team at Christian offers a 1:1 patient care environment in a hybrid acute / inpatient setting. You will be able to work with our world renowned medical team and help a variety of patients. If you are a licensed Physical Therapist we would love to hear from you! Advance your career and increase your exposure with our experienced team. PRN (flexible / as needed) Overview Christian Hospital has been serving St. Louis and the surrounding metro areas since 1903. U.S. News & World Report ranks Christian Hospital No. 5 in St. Louis for overall clinical excellence and No. 9 in Missouri, which puts us in the top 6% of all hospitals in the state! The U.S. News adult methodology ranks clinical specialties and rates common care procedures and conditions. Christian was nationally ranked as “high performing” in the clinical specialty of geriatrics and in the following seven of 21 common procedures and conditions: heart attack, heart failure, kidney failure, diabetes, COPD, pneumonia and stroke. High performing in a specialty means we were in the top 10% nationally of all evaluated hospitals for that specialty or procedure and condition. Northwest HealthCare, six miles west of Christian, offers 24‑hour emergency care, the Sleep Disorders Center and a variety of outpatient diagnostic and imaging services. The Speech Pathology Department at Christian Hospital is located on the second floor of CH. Services are provided to adults with deficits in speech, language, voice, dysphagia and cognition. Role Purpose Provides skilled physical therapy services to patients including all aspects of evaluation and treatment. Responsibilities Establishes treatment plan and provides treatment, considering discharge needs; expected discharge functional status; and appropriate equipment and supplies. Educates, collaborates with, and conferences with patients, families, and other health care providers; making recommendations for referrals to specialists as needed. Delegates to assistants, techs, and students through written and verbal communication including determining the skill level or competency required to provide interventions to best meet the needs of the patient. Completes documentation in accordance with departmental policies. Provides assessment, reassessment, and/or consultations for Physical Therapy Services. Minimum Requirements Education: Bachelor's Degree Physical Therapy (PT) Experience: No Experience Supervisor Experience: No Experience Licenses & Certifications: Physical Therapist License Preferred Requirements: Master's Degree Physical Therapy (PT) Benefits And Legal Statement BJC Total Rewards At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well‑being. Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date Disability insurance* paid for by BJC Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution 401(k) plan with BJC match Tuition Assistance available on first day BJC Institute for Learning and Development Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time Adoption assistance To Learn More, Go To Our Benefits Summary. Not all benefits apply to all jobs. Equal Opportunity Employer #J-18808-Ljbffr BJC HealthCare