Physical Therapist - Inpatient
Job Description
At our organization, we believe that a career is more than just a job; it’s a true calling.
Position OverviewWe are seeking a dedicated professional to join our team at St. Agnes Hospital. This role offers a rewarding blend of orthopedic and neurological rehabilitation.
We encourage personal and professional growth through mentorship opportunities, continuing education, and the chance to earn additional income via our Clinical Ladder program. Enjoy flexible scheduling with options for 4 or 5-day workweeks.
Located in Fond du Lac, you’ll find yourself just an hour away from Milwaukee, Madison, and Green Bay, all while enjoying a lower cost of living and access to a variety of recreational activities. Explore Lake Winnebago, numerous biking and hiking trails, local festivals, and free outdoor concerts during the summer!
Key Responsibilities- Conduct initial and ongoing assessments of patients’ conditions.
- Develop, modify, and evaluate care plans tailored to identified issues, involving patients and their families in the process.
- Implement therapy interventions using standard physical therapy techniques appropriate for each patient’s condition.
- Educate patients, families, and staff by assessing educational needs.
- Ensure continuity of care by participating in discharge planning, providing home instructions, recommending equipment or modifications, and suggesting follow-up care as necessary.
- Supervise the activities of physical therapy assistants, students, and other support staff.
- Maintain accurate documentation of patient responses to therapy and the necessity for skilled interventions as required by regulatory standards.
- Work in a consistently alert and safe manner.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
- Education: A Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy or a related field, as required for state licensure.
- Experience: No prior experience is necessary.
- Regularly required to stand and frequently lift, carry, push, or pull objects weighing up to 25 lbs.
- Frequent communication through hearing and speech.
- Visual acuity for both near and far distances.
- Regular walking, reaching, gripping, and data entry tasks.
- Occasional bending, climbing, kneeling, and lifting patients or objects weighing between 25-50 lbs.
- Occasional driving and rare crawling may be required.
- Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) certification is required within 90 days of employment. Additional resuscitation certifications may be necessary based on departmental needs.
- Must hold a valid Physical Therapist license in the respective state of practice (Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, or Wisconsin).
This position is a day shift role, with a commitment of 32 hours per week.
Benefits and OpportunitiesWe value our exceptional team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Paid Parental Leave: Eligible employees receive one week of paid leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
- Flexible Payment Options: Access earned wages before payday through our voluntary DailyPay benefit (fees may apply).
- Upfront Tuition Coverage: Eligible team members can benefit from upfront tuition coverage through the FlexPath Fund.
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
