Physical Therapist

OK-SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital Midwest Worker Type PRN Job Summary Evaluates and conducts medically prescribed physical therapy treatment programs to treat movement dysfunction and pain resulting from injury, disease, disability, or other health-related conditions. Job Responsibilities and Requirements Primary Responsibilities Performs initial and on‑going assessments of patient’s condition. Establishes, revises and evaluates a plan of care that is appropriate to identified problems and involves the patient/family. Performs therapy interventions utilizing standard physical therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the patient’s condition. Provides education to patient/family/staff by assessing educational needs. Provides continuity of care by participating in discharge planning with patients, families and other health care providers, giving home instructions, recommending equipment or home modifications, and recommending appropriate follow‑up care if needed. Oversees activities of physical therapy assistants, students, and other support personnel. Maintains appropriate documentation that details the patient’s response to therapy and the need for skilled intervention as outlined by regulatory bodies. Works in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner. Performs other duties as assigned. Education Bachelor’s, Master’s or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy, or related, as required to obtain licensure in the state of practice. Experience No experience required. Physical Requirements Constant standing. Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs. Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication. Frequent use of hearing to distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc. Frequent use of vision for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more). Frequent walking, reaching, gripping and keyboard use/data entry. Occasional bending, stooping, climbing, kneeling, sitting, squatting, twisting and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements. Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs. Occasional lifting/moving patients. Occasional use of vision to judge distances and spatial relationships and to identify and distinguish colors. Occasional driving. Rare crawling. Required Professional License And/Or Certifications Resuscitation Certification Requirement: Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) required within 90 days of employment. Other resuscitation certifications may be required depending on the department. State of Work Location Illinois – Physical Therapist Licensed – Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR). Missouri – Physical Therapist – Missouri Division of Professional Registration. Oklahoma – Physical Therapist – Oklahoma Medical Board. Wisconsin – Physical Therapist (PT) – Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services. Work Shift Day Shift (United States of America). Job Type Employee Department View phone number on click.appcast.io PHYSICAL THERAPY 6181 Scheduled Weekly Hours 0 Benefits Paid Parental Leave: one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro‑rated based on FTE). Flexible Payment Options: voluntary benefit through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay before payday (fees may apply). Upfront Tuition Coverage: upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members. SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs. SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Click here to learn more. #J-18808-Ljbffr