Physical Therapist - Sauer Center

Physical Therapist - Sauer Center

Preferred schedule for this position is Monday - Thursday 10am-7pm, Friday 7am - 1pm. Will also consider a four 10 hour shift schedule, Monday - Thursday 8:30 am - 7pm

Candidates accepting a full time offer of employment may be eligible for a sign-on bonus up to $6,000! Rules & restrictions apply, ask your recruiter for details. Internal BSMH associates are not eligible for sign-on bonuses.

Job Summary:

The Physical Therapist completes initial assessments, ongoing assessments and provides skilled therapeutic interventions to patients through the use of their educational knowledge, skill, and ability. This may involve outpatients, inpatients, pediatrics and off-site locations. Services the patients as a part of the entire continuum of professional care.

Essential Functions:

• Evaluates patients, gathering pertinent information from various sources, and develops an appropriate treatment plan with specific goals. Responsible for ongoing assessment, efficiency of treatment plan and revisions of plan as needed.  

• Provides direct therapy to patients daily following patient’s plan of care and current standards of practice for Physical Therapy . Provides instruction in therapeutic procedures to patients and family. 

• Maintains accurate and concise records on treatment provided and patient's progress. Documents all care provided, coordination of services, orders, goals, etc. in the patient’s electronic medical record in an accurate and timely manner. Provides timely co-signature for supervised physical therapy assistants, if applicable 

• Maintains set level of productivity without jeopardizing quality.  Delivers efficient and effective care to patients meeting and exceeding department standards. 

• Maintains departmental policies and procedures regarding safety, infection control, time off requests and timecard recording. This will include all necessary education and yearly compliance requirements. 

• Supervises the physical therapist assistant’s treatment interventions and professional growth.  

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. 

Education:

None

Required Licensing & Certifications:

• Licensed Physical Therapist in the state of current practice or meet all qualifications for traineeship or temporary license in the state of current practice (required)   

• BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, required within 30 days for BSMH, required at hire for RSFH) 

Experience:

• 2 years of experience in equivalent setting (preferred)   

Skills & Abilities:

• Demonstrates appropriate application of age specific standards, policies and procedures and guidelines in caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients  

• Demonstrates general computer skills including data entry, word processing, email, and records management.  

• Analytical abilities to evaluate patient condition, capabilities and progress.   

• Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interact with co-workers, physicians, patients and families.   

• Requires the ability to work well with all levels of patients, the public and other health care professionals.    

• Demonstrates critical thinking skills. 

Training:

None

As a Bon Secours Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)

• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts

• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders

• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Bon secours Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email View email address on click.appcast.io . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at View email address on click.appcast.io