Physical Therapist

About the role

Barnes-Jewish Hospital at Washington University Medical Center is seeking a full-time Physical Therapist. This role offers 1:1 patient care in an acute care setting, with opportunities for mentorship, growth, and exposure to various patient populations.

Overview

Barnes-Jewish Hospital is the largest hospital in Missouri and is consistently ranked among the top hospitals in the country. The hospital is home to a diverse team of healthcare professionals, including academic faculty, residents, fellows, and medical professionals.

Department of Rehabilitation

The Department of Rehabilitation at Barnes-Jewish Hospital consists of approximately 100 employees who provide therapy services across multiple departments, including medicine, surgery, orthopedics, neurology, cardiopulmonary, oncology, and the special care nursery. The department aims to be a leader in acute care rehabilitation and establish new standards for rehabilitation.

Responsibilities

• Establishes treatment plan and provides treatment, considering discharge needs and appropriate equipment and supplies.
• Educates, collaborates with, and conferences with patients, families, and other health care providers, making recommendations for referrals as needed.
• Delegates to assistants, techs, and students through written and verbal communication, determining the skill level or competency required to provide interventions.
• Completes documentation in accordance with departmental policies.
• Provides assessment, reassessment, and/or consultations for Physical Therapy Services.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy
• No prior experience required
• No supervisor experience required
• Physical Therapist License

Preferred Requirements

• Master's Degree in Physical Therapy
• No additional experience preferred
• No additional supervisor experience preferred
• Physical Therapist License

Benefits and Legal Statement

At BJC, we offer comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and legal services starting on the first day of employment. Disability insurance is also provided by BJC. Employees can contribute up to 4% of their salary to the BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution plan, and there is a 401(k) plan with a match from BJC. Tuition assistance is available, and the BJC Institute for Learning and Development offers resources for personal and professional development. Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts and Paid Time Off benefit combine vacation, sick days, holidays, and personal time are also available. Adoption assistance is provided. For more information, please refer to our Benefits Summary.

Note: Not all benefits apply to all jobs. Equal Opportunity Employer.