Physical Therapist
Overview
We are seeking a Physical Therapist, sometimes referred to as a Movement Specialist, Rehab Therapist or Physiotherapist. The Physical Therapist (PT) will help patients regain mobility and function after illness, injury, or surgery through assessments, exercises, and early mobilization. They also assist with pain management, educate patients and families, and support discharge planning to ensure safe transitions after hospitalization. This position is on a per diem basis, meaning PD/PRN as needed.
Shifts Available: Days
Employment Type: Per Diem (PD/PRN)
Hours: Varied
Location: St Joseph Medical Center – Kansas City, MO
Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:
- Competitive compensation
- Medical insurance benefit plan
- 401K
- Sick leave accrual
Responsibilities
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):
- Assessing Patients: Evaluate a patient's mobility, strength, balance, endurance, and functional limitations
- Creating Treatment Plans: Develop individualized therapy plans to improve movement and function based on the patient’s condition and goals
- Post-Surgical Rehabilitation: Assist patients in regaining function after surgery (e.g., joint replacements, cardiac procedures)
- Pain Management: Use techniques such as manual therapy, positioning, and guided movement to reduce pain and improve comfort
- Patient & Family Education: Teach patients and caregivers how to perform exercises, use assistive devices (like walkers), and follow safety practices at home
Qualifications
Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have:
- Bachelor/ Masters/ Doctorate/Certificate degree in Physical Therapy
- Current state Physical Therapy license
- Current BCLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current
Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/
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Employment Status
Per DiemShift
DaysEqual Employment Opportunity
Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf
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