What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist-Inpatient - Physical Therapy - Kings Hwy position at Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport?
This job evaluates patients and provides inpatient physical therapy treatment programs based upon Physician orders from inpatient providers. Collaborates and communicates with the healthcare team to facilitate the patient to the most appropriate level of post-acute or home care to achieve identified patient specific goals.
Education
Required - Bachelor's degree in physical therapy.
Work Experience
Required - None.
Certifications
Required - Current physical therapy license in state of practice
OR
eligibility for licensure by examination
OR
reciprocity from another state.
Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
- Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
- Excellent judgment and decision-making skills and ability to deal with a variety of patients and diagnoses.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to travel throughout and between facilities.
Job Duties
- Performs evaluations and provides treatment programs to facilitate patient specific goals.
- Assesses the patent’s response to treatment and recommends treatment plan changes as appropriate to improve quality of outcome and maintain patient safety.
- Maintains patient records according to documentation standards, policies, and procedures.
- Ensures treatment protocols contribute to overall hospital quality and safety targets and achieve patient safety outcomes.
- Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.
The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
Ability to Commute:
- Shreveport, LA 71103 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Shreveport, LA 71103: Relocate with an employer provided relocation package (Required)
Work Location: In person
Benefits:
Health Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time Off, Paid HolidaysSalary : $88,008 - $114,367