Physical Therapist (PT) - Acute Care

Job Description

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Performs initial and ongoing assessments of patient's condition and establishes a plan of care.
• Performs therapy programs utilizing standard physical therapy techniques as appropriate for the patient's age, functional impairments, abilities, needs and desires.
• Documents delivery of Physical Therapy services.
• Educates patients, family, caregivers, significant others, and staff members.
• Directs and supervises activities of Physical Therapist Assistants and support personnel.

Qualifications

Education

• Requires and Bachelor's, Master's or Doctorate of Science in Physical Therapy

Experience

• Experience preferred

Licensure/Certification

• Licensed as a Physical Therapist by the Oklahoma State Board of Medical Examiners or a Graduate PT eligible for Oklahoma Licensure/temporary licensures.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) training or re-training is required during orientation prior to providing patient care.
• Current Basic Lift Support (BLS) is required to be maintained through re-training for the duration of employment or license eligible per the Oklahoma State Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision.

Compensation/ Benefits

• $33.87- $55.31/hr depending on previous work experience.
• Evening differential $2.50/hr.
• Night differential $3.00/hr.
• Weekend differential $3.00/hr. 
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid time off (PTO), short and long term disability, life insurance,paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, scholarship opportunities, retirement plans, free parking, and opportunities for advancement.