Physical Therapist - Inpatient

Job Description

Job Description

More Than Just a Job, It's a Passion

Location: St. Agnes Hospital, WI

Employment Type: Regular

Job Highlights

• A balanced combination of orthopedic and neurological rehabilitation.
• Opportunities for professional growth with mentorship and continuing education.
• Potential to earn additional income through our Clinical Ladder program.
• Flexible scheduling options: choose between a 4 or 5-day workweek.
• Fond du Lac is conveniently located just an hour from Milwaukee, Madison, and Green Bay, offering a lower cost of living while still being close to various attractions.
• Enjoy outdoor activities at Lake Winnebago, numerous biking and hiking trails, seasonal festivals, and free summer concerts at Thelma.

Job Summary

The role involves assessing and implementing medically prescribed physical therapy treatment plans aimed at addressing movement dysfunction and alleviating pain caused by injuries, illnesses, disabilities, or other health-related issues.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct initial and ongoing evaluations of patients' conditions.
• Develop, modify, and assess care plans tailored to identified issues, involving patients and their families in the process.
• Administer therapy interventions using standard physical therapy techniques appropriate for each patient's condition.
• Educate patients, families, and staff by identifying educational needs.
• Ensure continuity of care by participating in discharge planning, providing home instructions, recommending equipment or modifications, and suggesting follow-up care as necessary.
• Supervise the activities of physical therapy assistants, students, and other support staff.
• Maintain accurate documentation detailing patient responses to therapy and the necessity for skilled intervention as required by regulatory standards.
• Work in a vigilant and safe manner at all times.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education: A Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy or a related field necessary for state licensure.
• Experience: No prior experience is required.

Physical Requirements

• Constantly standing.
• Frequent lifting, carrying, and pushing/pulling objects weighing up to 25 lbs.
• Regular use of hearing and speech for effective communication.
• Frequent auditory skills to detect body sounds and alarms.
• Regular visual acuity for both near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) distances.
• Frequent walking, reaching, gripping, and data entry.
• Occasional bending, stooping, climbing, kneeling, sitting, squatting, twisting, and repetitive movements of the legs and arms.
• Occasional lifting and moving of patients and objects weighing between 25-50 lbs.
• Occasional driving and rare crawling.

Licensure and Certifications

Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) certification is required within 90 days of employment. Additional resuscitation certifications may be necessary based on departmental needs.

State Licensure Requirements

• Illinois: Licensed Physical Therapist - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
• Missouri: Licensed Physical Therapist - Missouri Division of Professional Registration
• Oklahoma: Licensed Physical Therapist - Oklahoma Medical Board
• Wisconsin: Licensed Physical Therapist - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services

Work Schedule

Day Shift (United States)

Job Type: Employee

Department: Therapies Physical IP

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 32

Benefits

Our organization values its outstanding employees and offers a comprehensive benefits package tailored to meet their needs.

• Paid Parental Leave: Eligible team members receive one week of paid leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
• Flexible Payment Options: Our voluntary benefit through DailyPay allows eligible hourly employees instant access to their earned but unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.
• Upfront Tuition Coverage: We provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.