Physical Therapist - PRN - Outpatient or Acute - Inpatient Setting
Eastern New Mexico Medical Center · Roswell, NM · 1 mo ago
HealthcarePart-time
About the role
A flexible PRN schedule is available, allowing you to pick weekday or weekend shifts based on your availability. Competitive compensation is offered, including a 401(k) with employer matching. This role provides diverse clinical experience across both outpatient and acute/inpatient rehabilitation settings, fostering a collaborative culture where PRN clinicians are integral to the core staff.
Responsibilities
- Evaluates, plans, and administers therapeutic procedures in physical medicine and rehabilitation as prescribed by a referring physician.
- Establishes individualized physical therapy goals, provides treatments, and regularly reassesses patient progress, documenting all findings accurately.
- Administers safe and effective therapy treatments, ensuring all interventions are appropriately documented.
- Reassesses and adjusts treatment plans within appropriate timeframes to align with patient progress and changing needs.
- Provides clear, concise, and accurate documentation of evaluations, treatment plans, progress notes, and billing information.
- Educates patients and their families on treatment plans, therapeutic exercises, and post-treatment care to support long-term recovery.
- Operates therapy equipment safely and maintains a clean, organized, and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Collaborates with referring physicians, peers, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure continuity and quality of patient care.
- Tailors care to individual needs of relevant patient demographics.
- Maintains compliance with facility policies, including safety, infection control, and risk management procedures.
- Adapts to changes professionally and effectively, following the chain of command to address and resolve issues impacting patient care.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
Requirements
- Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT) required.
- 0-2 years of experience in a physical therapy setting required.
Qualifications
- Strong knowledge of physical therapy principles, therapeutic techniques, and safety standards.
- Ability to perform comprehensive evaluations and develop effective treatment plans.
- Proficiency in using therapy equipment and technology for documentation and billing.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
- Strong organizational and time management skills to prioritize tasks and maximize productivity.
- Commitment to professional development and adherence to ethical and legal standards.
Skills
Not specified.
Benefits
Not specified.
Pay
PRN / As Needed Schedule, Shifts & Incentives
Compensation Schedule: Weekday and Weekend Opportunities, Flexible Scheduling, Outpatient and Acute/Inpatient Coverage, 401(k) with Employer Matching, Competitive Pay Package
Schedule
PRN Position