Physical Therapist - Inpatient

Job Description

Job Description

Join Our Team: More Than Just a Job

At our organization, we believe that your work is more than just a career; it’s a true calling. We are currently seeking dedicated individuals to join us at our facility in Fond du Lac.

Position Overview

As a member of our team, you will engage in a rewarding blend of orthopedic and neurologic rehabilitation. We offer opportunities for professional growth, including mentorship and continuing education. Additionally, you can enhance your earnings through our Clinical Ladder program. Choose between a 4 or 5-day work schedule, all while enjoying the benefits of living in Fond du Lac, just an hour from Milwaukee, Madison, and Green Bay. Experience a lower cost of living while being close to recreational activities such as Lake Winnebago, biking and hiking trails, festivals, and summer outdoor concerts.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct initial and ongoing assessments of patients’ conditions.
• Develop, modify, and evaluate care plans tailored to identified issues, involving patients and their families in the process.
• Implement therapy interventions using standard physical therapy techniques suitable for each patient's condition.
• Educate patients, families, and staff by assessing 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 reflecting patients’ 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, as required for licensure in the state of practice.
• Experience: No prior experience is necessary.

Physical Requirements

• Constantly standing and frequently lifting or carrying objects weighing up to 25 lbs.
• Regularly using hearing and speech for effective communication.
• Frequent visual tasks for both near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) distances.
• Engaging in 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 or moving 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.
• Licensure as a Physical Therapist is required in the respective state of practice.

Work Schedule

This position is classified as a day shift role, with a commitment of 32 hours per week.

Benefits

We value our exceptional employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• 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 wages before payday (fees may apply).
• Upfront Tuition Coverage: We provide upfront tuition assistance through the FlexPath Fund for eligible team members.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Our organization is committed to diversity and inclusion. We 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.