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Ernest Health, Inc.

Physical Therapist Full Time Outpatient

Ernest Health, Inc., Granite Heights, Wisconsin, United States

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Overview Physical Therapist Full Time

This position will be split between inpatient and outpatient

Join our world-class team of driven, passionate healthcare professionals who are focused on service excellence and providing top quality care!

Mesquite Rehabilitation Institute in Mesquite, Texas is a leading inpatient rehabilitation hospital serving the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex. We are devoted to helping patients regain their strength and independence after life-changing health events such as strokes, brain or spinal cord injuries, amputations, or complex orthopedic surgeries. At our institute, patients receive personalized and intensive therapy – including physical, occupational, and speech therapy – delivered by a caring interdisciplinary team that encourages and motivates them at every step. Our facility features modern therapy gyms, adaptive equipment, and a warm, encouraging atmosphere that feels like a second home to patients and staff alike.

Accredited and consistently ranked for outstanding patient outcomes, Mesquite Rehabilitation Institute is proud to provide compassionate, high-quality rehabilitative care that enables individuals to rebuild their lives and return to their families and communities.

In our outpatient department, you'll be part of a collaborative interdisciplinary team that includes physical therapists, occupational therapists, and speech therapists, all dedicated to providing high-quality, patient-centered care. We are committed to one-on-one treatment sessions, ensuring that every patient receives personalized attention and a tailored rehabilitation plan. With hour-long appointments, you'll have the time to deliver evidence-based therapy that maximizes patient outcomes.

Location Perks Just outside of Dallas, Mesquite provides big-city access with suburban comfort. It boasts family-friendly neighborhoods, entertainment venues, and a growing economy—all within a short drive to major attractions.

Benefits

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

Wellness & Work Life balance

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program with quarterly wellness challenges with participation incentives.

Earned Time Off - Start accruing vacation time on start date.

Professional Growth

Clinical Career Ladder bonus program

Therapy Preceptor bonus program

Continuing education opportunities

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.

As a participating hospital of Ernest Health, we offer robust recognition, wellness, and retention programs. These programs focus on enhancing the employees’ work experience, recognizing, and celebrating achievements. We also encourage employees to share their work experience through “My Ernest Journey” and through our Engagement Survey, where our approach is “You Spoke, We Listened”. These platforms provide additional avenues for employees to give feedback about their work experience and share what is important to them.

Qualifications Required Skills:

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.

Additional Qualifications/Skills:

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.

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.

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