Physical Therapy Resident - Acute Care Specialty (CCS / GCS)

Apply Now to Louisiana’s Only Acute Care Physical Therapy Residency Program!

This unique residency offers advanced clinical training in acute care and is the only program of its kind in the state of Louisiana. Upon successful completion, residents will meet the eligibility requirements to pursue board certification as a Certified Clinical Specialist in Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Physical Therapy (CCS) or a Certified Clinical Specialist in Geriatric Physical Therapy (GCS) through the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties. Take the next step in your professional journey and become a leader in specialized patient care.

This job serves as a full-time post-graduate physical therapy resident.  The position plans, organizes and conducts physical therapy treatment programs based upon evaluation, assessment and medical referral; maintains patient care records; evaluates the patient’s response to treatment and recommends treatment plan changes.  Receives training based on a didactic curriculum, clinical education, skills, professional collaboration, athletic venue coverage, and community outreach.

Education :

• Required - Bachelor’s degree in physical therapy.
• Preferred – Doctorate of Physical Therapy.

Work Experience : Required - None.

Certifications :

Knowledge Skills and Abilities :

Job Duties :

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

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.

About Ochsner Health :

Ochsner Health is a system that delivers health to the people of Louisiana, Mississippi and the Gulf South with a mission to Serve, Heal, Lead, Educate and Innovate. Ochsner Health is a not-for-profit committed to giving back to the communities it serves through preventative screenings, health and wellness resources and partnerships with innovative organizations that share our vision. Ochsner Health healed more than 876,000 people from across the globe in 2019, providing the latest medical breakthroughs and therapies, including digital medicine for chronic conditions and telehealth specialty services. Ochsner Health is a national leader, named the top hospital in Louisiana and a top children’s hospital by U.S. News & World Report. As Louisiana’s leading healthcare educator, Ochsner Health and its partners educate thousands of healthcare professionals annually. Ochsner Health is innovating healthcare by investing in new technologies and research to make world-class care more accessible, affordable, convenient and effective. Ochsner's team of more than 26,000 employees and 4,500 providers are working to reinvent the future of health and wellness in the region. To learn more about Ochsner Health, please visit www.ochsner.org. To transform your health, please visit www.ochsner.org / healthyyou.