What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist - Acute Inpatient position at Saint Joseph Health System?
Employment Type:
Full time
Shift:
Description:
Inpatient Physical Therapist – Full-TimeLocation: Mishawaka, IN
Schedule: Full-Time, 8:00 - 4:30pm Monday - Friday with weekend rotations
Are you passionate about providing therapy in a collaborative, patient-centered environment? Join a dynamic, multidisciplinary team where Occupational Therapists are respected and valued contributors to the care team. From evaluation and skilled intervention to discharge planning, you’ll play a vital role in improving patient outcomes and enhancing the hospital experience. We foster a culture of continuous improvement, professional growth, and teamwork—where your leadership and interdisciplinary skills can truly shine.
At our organization, therapists are integral to the care journey. You’ll be part of a supportive department culture focused on collaboration, stewardship, and excellence in patient care.
What You’ll Do
At Saint Joseph Health System, our values guide every decision we make—even when those decisions are complex or challenging. We honor our mission to care for every man, woman, and child by investing in technology, people, and capabilities that set the standard for quality care.
Our system includes:
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are 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, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Full time
Shift:
Description:
Inpatient Physical Therapist – Full-TimeLocation: Mishawaka, IN
Schedule: Full-Time, 8:00 - 4:30pm Monday - Friday with weekend rotations
Are you passionate about providing therapy in a collaborative, patient-centered environment? Join a dynamic, multidisciplinary team where Occupational Therapists are respected and valued contributors to the care team. From evaluation and skilled intervention to discharge planning, you’ll play a vital role in improving patient outcomes and enhancing the hospital experience. We foster a culture of continuous improvement, professional growth, and teamwork—where your leadership and interdisciplinary skills can truly shine.
At our organization, therapists are integral to the care journey. You’ll be part of a supportive department culture focused on collaboration, stewardship, and excellence in patient care.
What You’ll Do
- Evaluate patients and develop individualized treatment plans based on clinical findings and patient goals
- Provide skilled therapeutic interventions to promote recovery and functional independence
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and fellow therapists to ensure coordinated care
- Educate patients and families on therapy goals, progress, and home programs
- Accurately document evaluations, treatment sessions, and discharge summaries
- Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and hospital initiatives
- Support a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement
- Bachelor’s degree (minimum) in Physical Therapy from an accredited academic program
- Must be licensed as a Physical Therapist in the State of Indiana
- Current CPR certification
- Previous clinical experience preferred
- New graduates welcome
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Commitment to patient-centered care and professional development
- Daily Pay
- Retirement savings account
- Employee referral incentive program
- State-of-the-art equipment
- Supportive team approach
At Saint Joseph Health System, our values guide every decision we make—even when those decisions are complex or challenging. We honor our mission to care for every man, woman, and child by investing in technology, people, and capabilities that set the standard for quality care.
Our system includes:
- 254-bed acute-care hospital at the Mishawaka Medical Center
- 58-bed acute-care hospital at the Plymouth Medical Center
- More than 85 providers in the Saint Joseph Physician Network
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are 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, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.