Physical Therapist Student Loan Assistance Program

About the role

Elkhorn Valley Rehabilitation Hospital, a 40-bed facility ranked in the Top 10% nationally for rehabilitative care for 16 years, seeks a Physical Therapist. The hospital holds The Joint Commission's Stroke Certification and Certification in Hip Rehabilitation, and is ranked in Newsweek's top Physical Rehabilitation Centers in the US. It provides specialized inpatient and outpatient rehabilitative services to patients recovering from disabilities caused by injuries, illnesses, or chronic medical conditions, serving Wyoming and neighboring states.

Located in Casper, Wyoming — a dynamic city surrounded by outdoor beauty including Casper Mountain, the North Platte River, and Fremont Canyon, with a vibrant local scene of museums, craft breweries, unique dining, and a growing arts and music community.

Full-time, part-time, and per diem options available. Student Loan Assistance Program available. As a participating hospital of Ernest Health, the organization offers robust recognition, wellness, and retention programs, including the "My Ernest Journey" platform and Engagement Survey ("You Spoke, We Listened") for employee feedback.

Responsibilities

• Provides services that help restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities of patients suffering from injuries or disease.
• Examines patient's medical history, evaluates their physical abilities, determines their potential to respond to therapy, and develops treatment plans.
• Integrates the hospital's mission and "Guiding Principles" into daily practice.

Qualifications

What You Bring: A passion for patient care, a team player, motivating and collaborating therapist to assist patients to reach the best outcome.

• Graduate Degree from an accredited program in Physical Therapy.
• Current State Physical Therapist License.
• Current CPR Qualifications.
• Current and valid licensure as a Physical Therapist required.
• Basic Life Support/CPR Certification from an approved vendor required.
• One year of direct patient care experience in a hospital setting preferred.
• Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
• Demonstrates an understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency.
• Demonstrates competency in the provision of care according to established standards.
• Demonstrates appropriate application of age specific standards, policies and procedures and guidelines in caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
• Demonstrates general computer skills including: data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
• Leadership skills in delegating, organizing, and educating coworkers and staff.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
• Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.

Benefits

• Full Time / Part Time PPO and High Deductible Medical Plan options
• Flexible and Health Saving account options available
• Dental and Vision coverage
• 401K with employer matching
• Life insurance
• Short-and-long term disability
• Competitive compensation
• Full Time / Part Time Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program with quarterly wellness challenges with participation incentives
• Earned Time Off - Start accruing vacation time on start date
• Full Time Clinical Career Ladder bonus program
• Therapy Preceptor bonus program