Physical Therapist

Physical TherapistYour job is more than a job. As a physical therapist, no two days and no two patients are alike. You champion multiple patients as they begin their physical rehabilitation journey. Whether it's a neurological issue or a physical trauma, you encourage, comfort, and ready your patients for therapy, interacting with physicians, case managers, nurses, and families as part of a team care approach. You celebrate the ordinary, because in the world of rehabilitation, just the act of taking a few steps may be an extraordinary milestone for your patient.And while you focus on your patient's "extraordinary", we focus on giving you the tangible and intangible resources that foster the "little something extras" you need to amplify your impact and grow your expertise.Your experiences, knowledge, skills, empathy, compassion, and personality, all of it adds up to you. And we're excited to get to know you and find out what you will bring to this critical rehabilitation role.Your everydayTake the lead: prioritizing, coordinating, and delegating all physical rehabilitation care touchpoints for your patients.Interact with other members of the rehabilitation team to coordinate goals and improve quality of care.Ensure patient physical therapy care and activities consistent with the medical plan of care.Maintain and advocate a safe environment for everyone.Monitor and engage with your patients, families, and appropriate care team members for teaching and education opportunities, patient condition changes, or patient questions and concerns.Ensure continuity of care, efficient throughput, consistent communications, and an exceptional experience for every patient.Contribute to the team by assisting others without being asked.Provide guidance to new and experienced personnel and oversight for ancillary personnelReassess and revise goals and treatment plan as indicated by patient's status, program requirements, and CMS rules and regulations.Evaluate patient progress toward expected outcomes and document as indicated regarding subsequent assessments, evaluation of treatment and interventions including responses.Maintain appropriate data and contribute to department Quality Management activities providing recommendations for systematic and programmatic improvements based upon the results of the data.Demonstrate skill and accuracy in performing age-appropriate assessments of patients and document results of standardized assessments and act as a resource to Program Managers and Directors for achievement of standards for accreditation by CARF and/or other accrediting organizations.The must-haves minimum:B.S., Masters or Doctorate in Physical TherapyCurrent license to practice Physical Therapy in the state of LouisianaAmerican Heart Association Basic Life Support/CPR certification (can be certified once onboarded)Non-Violent Crises Intervention certification (can be certified once onboarded)Preferred:1-year experience in settingAdditional certifications desired: manual therapy dry needling, vestibular rehab, women's health,New grads welcome to applyWork shift:Days (United States of America)LCMC Health is a community. Our people make health happen. While our NOLA roots run deep, our branches are the vessels that carry our mission of bringing the best possible care to every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond and put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way. Celebrating authenticity, originality, equity, inclusion and a little "come on in" attitude is the foundation of LCMC Health's culture of everyday extraordinary.About University Medical CenterUniversity Medical Center, a world class academic medical center in LCMC Health's incredible community of care, is the largest medical training center for healthcare professionals in Louisiana and has long served as the region's safety net hospital for poor and underserved communities for 300+. Learn more about University Medical Center's legacy and our vision of becoming the epicenter of medical care, education, and research.Your extrasDeliver healthcare with heart.Give people a reason to smile.Put a little love in your work.Be honest and real, but with compassion.Bring some lagniappe into everything you do.Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care.See opportunities, not problems – it's all about perspective.Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other.Love what makes you, you - because we doYou are welcome here.LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.Simple things make the difference.1. To get started, take your time to fully and accurately complete the application for employment. Incomplete applications get bogged down and are often eliminated due to missing information.2. To ensure quality care and service, we may use information on your application to verify your previous employment and background.3. To keep our career applications up-to-date, applications are inactive after 6 months and, therefore, require a new application for employment to be completed.4. To expedite the hiring process, proof of citizenship or immigration status will be required to verify your lawful right to work in the United States.