Physical Therapist (PT) - PRN - Springfield Physical Rehab - Outpatient

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PRN - as needed

• staffing on weekends, holidays, vacations, etc

Primary Function / General Purpose of Position

The Physical Therapist completes initial assessments, ongoing assessments and provides skilled therapeutic interventions to patients through the use of their educational knowledge, skill, and ability. This may involve outpatients, inpatients, pediatrics and off-site locations. Services the patients as a part of the entire continuum of professional care.

Essential Job Functions

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing / Certification

Licensed Physical Therapist in the state of current practice or meet all qualifications for traineeship or temporary license in the state of current practice (required)

BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, required within 30 days for BSMH, required at hire for RSFH)

Work Experience

2 years of experience in equivalent setting (preferred)

Training

None

Language

None

Patient Population

X       Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.

X      Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.​

X      Neonates (0-4 weeks)

X      Infant (1-12 months)

X      Pediatrics (1-12 years)

X       Adolescents (13-17 years)

X      Adults (18-64 years)

X       Geriatrics (65 years and older)

Not applicable to this position

Working Conditions

X      Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.

X       Long-distance or air travel as needed- not to exceed 10% travel.

X       General office environment.

X      May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.

X      May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse.

X      May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids.

X      May be required to use physical restraints.

X      May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.

X      May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc.

X      May have periods of constant interruptions.

X      Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.

X      Prolonged periods of working alone may be possible

____ Other :

____ Not applicable to this position

Skills

Hard / Tech / Clinical Skills :

Soft / Interpersonal Skills :

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Who we are

We believe your best is yet to come. At Mercy Health, we celebrate the human side of health care, uniting individuals from all walks of life in giving good help to those in need. We'll ask a lot of you, but we'll give a lot back, as well. Whether you’re called to bedside care, patient support, community service or operations and administration, there’s a place for you here. Because if there's one thing we know for certain, it's that good works start with great people. We’ll support and empower you to bring your best – in service of our patients and our Mission.

As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

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Benefits may vary based on employment status.