Physical Therapist (FT - 32hrs per week)

Physical Therapist

Location: Pike County Memorial Hospital Physical Therapy Department (Louisiana, MO)

Shift & Schedule: Part Time 16-20 hours per week

Job Summary The Physical Therapist evaluates, plans, and administers therapeutic procedures in physical medicine and rehabilitation as prescribed by a referring physician. This role establishes individualized physical therapy goals, provides treatments, and regularly reassesses patient progress, documenting all findings accurately. The Physical Therapist collaborates with an interdisciplinary team to deliver high-quality patient care while adhering to professional standards, maintaining privacy, and respecting patient rights.

Essential Functions

• Conducts thorough physical therapy evaluations to assess patient needs and develops individualized treatment plans.
• Administers safe and effective therapy treatments, ensuring all interventions are appropriately documented.
• Reassesses and adjusts treatment plans within appropriate timeframes to align with patient progress and changing needs.
• Provides clear, concise, and accurate documentation of evaluations, treatment plans, progress notes, and billing information.
• Educates patients and their families on treatment plans, therapeutic exercises, and post-treatment care to support long-term recovery.
• Operates therapy equipment safely and maintains a clean, organized, and safe environment for patients and staff.
• Collaborates with referring physicians, peers, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure continuity and quality of patient care.
• Demonstrates population-appropriate competencies for all relevant patient demographics, tailoring care to individual needs.
• Maintains compliance with facility policies, including safety, infection control, and risk management procedures.
• Adapts to changes professionally and effectively, following the chain of command to address and resolve issues impacting patient care.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy required
• Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT) preferred
• Current Physical Therapy license in the State of Missouri
• 0-2 years of experience in a physical therapy setting required

Pike County Memorial Hospital