Physical Therapist

About the Job

Physical Therapist - Acute Care, Orthopedics (Full-Time)

Ochsner Lafayette General Orthopedic Hospital | Lafayette, LA

Up to $15,000 sign on bonus available for external candidates.

New graduates are encouraged to apply.

Ochsner Health is seeking a skilled and patient-focused Physical Therapist to join our Acute Care, Orthopedic Rehabilitation team at Ochsner Lafayette General Orthopedic Hospital in Lafayette, LA. This full-time opportunity allows you to work in a specialized orthopedic hospital environment, delivering high-quality care to patients recovering from orthopedic and musculoskeletal conditions across Lafayette, Louisiana.

Position Overview:

The Physical Therapist plans, evaluates, and delivers individualized treatment programs focused on orthopedic recovery and mobility. You will collaborate closely with orthopedic surgeons, providers, and interdisciplinary teams to help patients achieve optimal functional outcomes at Ochsner Lafayette General Orthopedic Hospital.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform age- and diagnosis-appropriate physical therapy evaluations.
• Develop and implement individualized orthopedic treatment plans.
• Monitor patient progress and modify care plans as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation per departmental standards.
• Educate patients and families on recovery, exercises, and injury prevention.
• Participate in departmental initiatives, continuing education, and professional development.
• Support clinical education and training of physical therapy students, as applicable.

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy.
• Current Physical Therapist license in the state of Louisiana or eligibility for licensure.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (American Heart Association).

Preferred:

• Experience in orthopedics, inpatient, or outpatient rehabilitation.
• Strong communication, documentation, and patient-education skills.

Skills & Abilities:

• Strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills.
• Ability to manage an orthopedic caseload efficiently.
• Proficiency with EMR systems and Windows-based applications.
• Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills.

Why Ochsner Lafayette General Orthopedic Hospital | Lafayette, LA:

• Work in a specialized orthopedic hospital with a strong physician partnership.
• Sign On Bonus and Relocation Financial Incentives.
• Opportunities for career advancement within Ochsner Health.

Apply today to start or advance your Physical Therapy career at Ochsner Lafayette General Orthopedic Hospital in Lafayette, LA.

About the Company

Ochsner Health is a system that delivers health to the people of Louisiana, Mississippi and the Gulf South with a mission to Serve, Heal, Lead, Educate and Innovate. Ochsner Health is a not-for-profit committed to giving back to the communities it serves through preventative screenings, health and wellness resources and partnerships with innovative organizations that share our vision. Ochsner Health healed more than 876,000 people from across the globe in 2019, providing the latest medical breakthroughs and therapies, including digital medicine for chronic conditions and telehealth specialty services. Ochsner Health is a national leader, named the top hospital in Louisiana and a top children's hospital by U.S. News & World Report. As Louisiana's leading healthcare educator, Ochsner Health and its partners educate thousands of healthcare professionals annually. Ochsner Health is innovating healthcare by investing in new technologies and research to make world-class care more accessible, affordable, convenient and effective. Ochsner's team of more than 26,000 employees and 4,500 providers are working to reinvent the future of health and wellness in the region. To learn more about Ochsner Health, please visit To transform your health, please visit