Physical Therapist PRN

Physical Therapist – Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility

Department: Rehabilitation Services

Reports To: Director of Therapy Services / Rehabilitation Manager

Location: Acadiana Rehabilitation Hospital, Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility

Schedule: PRN

Position Summary:

The Physical Therapist (PT) is responsible for evaluating and treating patients with physical disabilities, impairments, and limitations in an inpatient rehabilitation setting. The PT develops individualized treatment plans to restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities.

Works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary rehabilitation team to promote optimal outcomes and patient independence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and assessments upon admission and as needed.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and physician orders.
• Provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions, including exercise, functional training, and mobility retraining.
• Document all evaluations, treatment sessions, and patient progress according to facility policies and regulatory standards.
• Participate actively in interdisciplinary team conferences and discharge planning meetings.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on home exercise programs and safe mobility strategies.
• Supervise and delegate tasks appropriately to Physical Therapy Assistants (PTAs) and support staff.
• Monitor and reassess patient progress, adjusting plans of care as appropriate.
• Ensure compliance with Medicare IRF regulations, including coordination of care that supports the patient’s overall rehabilitation goals.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and continuing education.

Qualifications:

• Education: Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Licensure: Current and valid state Physical Therapist license.
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Experience: Prior experience in an inpatient rehabilitation or acute care setting preferred.
• Skills: Strong clinical reasoning, communication, and collaboration skills.

Working Conditions:

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting required.
• May involve exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids.
• Requires the ability to work in a fast-paced, interdisciplinary team environment.

Personal Protective Equipment

This position requires some exposure to infectious wastes such as blood and body fluids that mandate the wearing of gloves, masks, gowns and goggles for every actual or potential exposure.

Job Type

Part-time

Pay: $60.00 per hour

Work Location: In person