Physical Therapist - Columbus, WI, United States - UW Health Rehabilitation Hospital
Description
UW Health Rehabilitation Hospital is proud to be recognized by Newsweek as one of Americas Best Rehabilitation Hospitals in 2023.
UW Health Rehabilitation Hospital is a 50-bed inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital operated jointly by Lifepoint Health in partnership with UW Health and UnityPoint Health Meriter.
A career at UW Health Rehabilitation Hospital is more than a job. If you are an enthusiastic individual seeking an environment dedicated to superior patient care and an organization with a strong mission to serve our community, we invite you to applyTuition assistance/reimbursement
Superior quality patient outcomes
Assumes responsibility and accountability for the care of those patients being treated by Physical Therapist Assistants and Therapy techs.
May be assigned to orient staff and students and assume the duties and responsibilities of the supervisor in the absence of that individualidentifies and initiates appropriate physical therapy interventions; works cooperatively with other patient team personnel in maintaining standards for professional physical therapy practice and interdisciplinary teamwork
Observes and evaluates treatment affect, accomplishment of short and long term goals. Performs an appropriate assessment on each patient and performs reassessments, as per policy. The population is adult and geriatric patients requiring an adult medical rehabilitation program and services
Assess patient pain interfering with optimal level of function of participation in rehabilitation; Formulates and updates patient specific plan of care for physical therapy
Current licensure as a Physical Therapist in the state where the hospital is located
Inpatient rehab experience preferred
UW Health Rehabilitation Hospital strives to maximize the health, function, and quality of life of those we serve through comprehensive physical medicine and rehabilitation programs.
We are accredited by The Joint Commission and CARF-accredited for our Comprehensive Integrated Inpatient Rehabilitation Program and Stroke Specialty Program.