What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist position at Texas County Memorial Hospital?
Job Overview
Under the general supervision of the Director of Physical Therapy, the Physical Therapist is responsible for patient evaluation, treatment as prescribed by the physician, and/or formation of a treatment program in the case of a PT consult. Must maintain proper records and progress notes on the patient and communicate with the physician and other health care team members concerning the patient’s care and progress. Practices under the State of Missouri Healing Arts Practice Act and hospital policies and procedures. Provides direct patient care to an assigned number of patients with an understanding of the age-specific developmental needs. Demonstrates behaviors that exemplify professional conduct and teamwork.
Position will include opportunity to practice in areas of aquatics, lymphedema, wound care, OP, IP, Neuro & Orthopedics.
The Physical Therapist functions independently within scope of position. Regular communication with Director provides direction of activities and guides priorities. Fluctuating departmental activities necessitate flexibility. Must be highly motivated to complete assigned duties within prescribed time limits. Uses extreme tact when dealing with patients, employees, other departments, physicians and the public. Maintains strong ethical code regarding patients’ rights as evidenced in documentation and professional attitude/behavior (i.e. privacy, confidentiality and empathy). Must promote professional, positive and cooperative demeanor.
Education: Physical Therapy degree from accredited university, MSPT or DPT preferred.
Experience: None required, but preferred.
Licensure, Registration, Certification: Current Missouri licensure.
Mental/Physical Requirements: (may be met with or without reasonable accommodations): Considerable mental concentration required. Standing, walking, sitting, lifting, turning carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, crouching, twisting, and reaching are required. Must be able to lift 20 lbs. from floor and from overhead, 40 lbs. from waist height and be able to handle, move or transfer articles of 100 lbs. regularly and over 100 lbs. periodically; in concert with other employees/person(s) and/or lifting device; exercise good body mechanics in execution of essential duties, including appropriate back and neck posture.
Texas County Memorial Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability or any characteristic protected by law.
Texas County Memorial Hospital is a tobacco-free smoke-free facility.
Join us in delivering exceptional physical therapy services that enhance patient mobility, independence, and well-being through expert care and compassionate support!
Pay: $33.00 - $45.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $33 - $45