Physical Therapist
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SSM Health is hiring a Physical Therapist. The Physical Therapist at SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital in Mount Vernon, Illinois evaluates and conducts medically prescribed therapy programs, performs assessments, creates and revises care plans, and educates patients, families, and staff while collaborating with the healthcare team in an acute care inpatient rehab setting.
Key focus areas include Perform initial and ongoing assessments of patient condition., Establish, revise, and evaluate a plan of care involving patient and family., and Perform therapy interventions using standard physical therapy techniques..
Successful candidates bring Bachelor's, Master's Or Doctorate Degree In Physical Therapy, Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP), and Physical Therapist, Licensed - Illinois Department Of Financial And Professional Regulation (IDFPR). Important skills include Assessing Patient Condition, Establishing Plan Of Care, Evaluating Plan Of Care, Physical Therapy Techniques, Patient Education, and Family Education.
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It's more than a career, it's a calling
IL-SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital - Mount Vernon
Worker Type:
Regular
Job Highlights:
Flexible start and end times-40 hours
Rotating Holidays
Acute Care for 11 bed inpatient Rehab Department
Join Our Team and make a difference every day while enjoying competitive pay, great benefits, and a supportive work environment.
We offer competitive, affordable health insurance and benefits designed to support you and your family
Fulfill your calling with SSM Health — apply today!
Sign on bonus available for eligible external candidates!
sign on bonuses is for external qualified candidates. Internal candidates, please check with your recruiter to see what options are available
Pay Range:
$41.45 - $62.18
Pay Rate Type:
Hourly
SSM Health values the skills and talents that each team member brings to our organization. Compensation for this role is based on a variety of components including relevant experience, labor market, and other qualifications. The posted pay range for this position is what SSM Health reasonably expects, in good faith, to offer based on the circumstances at the time of posting. SSM Health may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.
Job Summary:
Evaluates and conducts medically prescribed physical therapy treatment programs to treat movement dysfunction and pain resulting from injury, disease, disability, or other health-related conditions.
Job Responsibilities and Requirements:
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
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Performs initial and on-going assessments of patient's condition.
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Establishes, revises and evaluates a plan of care which is appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient/family.
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Performs therapy interventions utilizing standard physical therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the condition of the patient.
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Provides education to patient/family /staff by assessing patient/family educational needs.
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Provides for continuity of care by participating in discharge planning with patients, families and other health care providers as appropriate, providing home instructions to patients and caregivers, recommending and or providing equipment/ home modifications, and recommending appropriate follow-up care if needed.
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Oversees activities of physical therapy assistants, students, and other support personnel.
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Maintains appropriate documentation that details the patient's response to therapy and the need for skilled intervention as outlined by regulatory bodies.
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Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION
- Bachelor's, Master's or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy, or related as required to obtain licensure in state of practice
EXPERIENCE
- No experience required
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
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Constant standing.
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Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
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Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication.
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Frequent use of hearing to distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
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Frequent use of vision for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more).
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Frequent walking, reaching, gripping and keyboard use/data entry.
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Occasional bending, stooping, climbing, kneeling, sitting, squatting, twisting and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
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Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
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Occasional lifting/moving patients.
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Occasional use of vision to judge distances and spatial relationships and to identify and distinguish colors.
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Occasional driving.
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Rare crawling.
REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
Resuscitation Certification Requirement: Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) required within 90 day of employment. Other resuscitation certifications may be required dependent on department.
State of Work Location: Illinois
- Physical Therapist, Licensed - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
State of Work Location: Missouri
- Physical Therapist - Missouri Division of Professional Registration
State of Work Location: Oklahoma
- Physical Therapist - Oklahoma Medical Board
State of Work Location: Wisconsin
- Physical Therapist (PT) - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services
Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)
Job Type:
Employee
Department:
4503000046 Physical Therapy
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Benefits:
SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs.
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Paid Parental Leave : we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
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Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.
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Upfront Tuition Coverage : we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.
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