Physical Therapist & Staff Researcher-Full Time

Job Title: Physical Therapist & Staff Researcher - Full Time (Outpatient) – Rehabilitation Hospital(Indianapolis, IN)The Rehabilitation Hospital of Indiana (RHI) is nationally ranked among the Best Hospitals for Rehabilitation by U.S. News & World Report (2025–2026) and has been named the Best Rehabilitation Hospital in Indiana for three consecutive years.RHI provides high-quality, evidence-based rehabilitation services to individuals facing life-changing injuries and illnesses. We specialize in brain injury, stroke, spinal cord injury, and complex medical conditions, serving patients ages 15 and older. RHI is the only TraumaticBrain Injury (TBI) Model System in Indiana and one of only 16 nationwide.Position SummaryUnder management direction, this position serves a dual role as a direct PT caregiver and a clinical research Physical therapist. Physical Therapist provides Physical Therapy services for a physical medicine rehabilitation population and long-term acute care population from age 15 and older, including but not limited to evaluation, therapeutic exercise, and modality application, under the referral of a physician or qualified non-physician practitioner.Key ResponsibilitiesAdministers P.T. evaluations to inpatients and outpatients and determines appropriate treatmentprograms and/or equipment needs, integrating age-specific needs and issues for physical medicinerehabilitation population.Develops a treatment plan based upon the evaluation, patient goals, age-related issues/needs, andgoals established by the therapist and referring practitioner to optimize treatment and recovery ofpatients. Responsible for assuring the treatment plan supports medical necessity and incorporatesevidence-based treatments and outcome measures. Responsible for assuring the treatment plan isrevised/updated appropriately and communicated to appropriate team members, including attendance atteam conference.Performs direct patient care services and necessary family instruction, and utilizes appropriatetechniques and procedures to avoid or minimize accidents and injury related to unsafe practice.Employee will participate in research activities as directed by the Director, Locomotor RecoveryLaboratory an average of 20 hours per week. Schedule will be determined by demand.Will participate in extramurally funded research that examines the effects of specific interventions on theadaptive properties of human locomotion and functional recovery, ranging from the identification ofbasic neurophysiological mechanisms to clinical applications following neurological injury.Qualifications / ExperienceMust possess a Physical Therapy degree from an accredited programPhysical Therapist IN state license requiredSpeech-Language Pathologist IN state license requiredMust have current CPR certification in accordance with AHA standards or be able to obtain within 4 weeks of start dateOne (1) year experience with adult physical rehabilitation preferredWhat We OfferCompetitive compensation package401(k) with employer matchTuition reimbursement programOpportunity to work for a nationally recognized rehabilitation hospitalMeaningful work that directly supports patient care and recoveryIf you're a strong Staff/Research PT professional who thrives in a mission-driven healthcare environment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help us share stories that inspire recovery and resilience.-Equal Opportunity Employer-The Rehabilitation Hospital of Indiana is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected characteristic.