Physical Therapist

Summary

Job Description:

Physical Therapist

Full Time, First Shift

The ​Physical Therapist I shall evaluate and treat patients; develop a treatment plan; and set goals for patients.  Patient and family education is included in the treatment plan and goals.

Job Duties:

• ​​Completes appropriate functional evaluation including assessment of pain for various musculoskeletal/neurological conditions.
• ​Plans treatment appropriately including input from patient and/or caregivers.  
• ​Provides services to improve functional independence and/or reduce pain such as: therapeutic procedures/exercises or activities to promote ROM, strength, coordination, balance, functional mobility (bed mobility, transfers, floor transfers), ADL training, gait training, balance and vestibular training, education, and use of assistive devices.  
• ​​Receives and implements therapy orders. 
• ​Completes evaluation form, treatment notes, progress reports and D/C summaries in a timely manner and appropriately submits to referring provider. 

Requirements:

• ​​Bachelors in Physical Therapy​ 
• ​​Eligible for a temporary license or Licensed as a Physical Therapist by the Kentucky Board of Physical Therapy ​ 

Preferred Requirements:

• Acute Care

Benefits:

• Tuition Assistance reimbursement program
• Paid Time Off available for use upon hire
• Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Bereavement Leave (includes pets)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement plans with company match

If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!

Baptist Health is anEqual Employment Opportunity employer.