Ochsner Health
Physical Therapist- Inpatient- PRN- OLG Ortho Rehab Services
Ochsner Health, Lafayette, Louisiana, United States, 70595
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Job Summary This role evaluates patients and provides inpatient physical therapy treatment programs based on Physician orders from inpatient providers, collaborating and communicating with the health care team to facilitate the patient to the most appropriate level of post‑acute or home care to achieve identified patient‑specific goals.
Location OLG Ortho Rehab Services
PRN Weekend Coverage Job Requirements
Education: Bachelor's degree in physical therapy.
Work Experience: None.
Certifications: Current physical therapy license in state of practice, or eligibility for licensure by examination, or reciprocity from another state. Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):
Proficiency in using computers, software, and web‑based applications.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally.
Excellent judgment and decision‑making skills and ability to deal with a variety of patients and diagnoses.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to travel throughout and between facilities.
Job Duties
Performs evaluations and provides treatment programs to facilitate patient specific goals.
Assesses the patient’s response to treatment and recommends treatment plan changes as appropriate to improve quality of outcome and maintain patient safety.
Maintains patient records according to documentation standards, policies, and procedures.
Ensures treatment protocols contribute to overall hospital quality and safety targets and achieve patient safety outcomes.
Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including respect for privacy, method of introduction, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Physical and Environmental Demands Very Heavy Work: Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue. The job may involve exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste, and risk of exposure to communicable diseases.
Equal Opportunity Employer We maintain and comply with our Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance‑related concerns. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Are You Ready to Make a Difference? Apply Today! Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on this careers website.
Remote Work Eligibility Please refer to the job description to determine whether the position you are interested in is remote or on‑site. Individuals who reside in and will work from the following areas are not eligible for a remote work position: Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington, and Washington D.C.
Contact Information We endeavor to make our site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website, or if you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact our HR Employee Solution Center at 504‑842‑4748 (select option 1) or careers@ochsner.org. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!
Job Summary This role evaluates patients and provides inpatient physical therapy treatment programs based on Physician orders from inpatient providers, collaborating and communicating with the health care team to facilitate the patient to the most appropriate level of post‑acute or home care to achieve identified patient‑specific goals.
Location OLG Ortho Rehab Services
PRN Weekend Coverage Job Requirements
Education: Bachelor's degree in physical therapy.
Work Experience: None.
Certifications: Current physical therapy license in state of practice, or eligibility for licensure by examination, or reciprocity from another state. Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):
Proficiency in using computers, software, and web‑based applications.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally.
Excellent judgment and decision‑making skills and ability to deal with a variety of patients and diagnoses.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to travel throughout and between facilities.
Job Duties
Performs evaluations and provides treatment programs to facilitate patient specific goals.
Assesses the patient’s response to treatment and recommends treatment plan changes as appropriate to improve quality of outcome and maintain patient safety.
Maintains patient records according to documentation standards, policies, and procedures.
Ensures treatment protocols contribute to overall hospital quality and safety targets and achieve patient safety outcomes.
Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including respect for privacy, method of introduction, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Physical and Environmental Demands Very Heavy Work: Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue. The job may involve exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste, and risk of exposure to communicable diseases.
Equal Opportunity Employer We maintain and comply with our Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance‑related concerns. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Are You Ready to Make a Difference? Apply Today! Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on this careers website.
Remote Work Eligibility Please refer to the job description to determine whether the position you are interested in is remote or on‑site. Individuals who reside in and will work from the following areas are not eligible for a remote work position: Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington, and Washington D.C.
Contact Information We endeavor to make our site accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website, or if you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact our HR Employee Solution Center at 504‑842‑4748 (select option 1) or careers@ochsner.org. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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