Physical Therapy Resident - Alton - SSM Health

Description

It's more than a career, it's a calling
MO-SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital 1201 Grand

Worker Type:

Intern/Temporary (Trainee)Job Highlights:
Monday-Friday-8:00AM-4:30PM

Full Time-40 hours per week
Physical Therapy Resident
Saint Louis University HospitalWhy Work Here

• Meaningful patient care grounded inpresence,compassion, andclinical skill
• Academic medical center environment that supportscontinual learning
• Trainingacross the entire hospitalwith exposure to a wide range of acute care diagnoses
• Stronginterdisciplinary teamworkfocused on communication and collaboration
• Opportunities to influence current practice and helpshape futureclinicians
• Challenging and rewarding workthat strengthens growth and confidence

A sharedcommitment to excellencein every patient experienceJob Summary:

Evaluates and conducts medically prescribed physical therapy treatment programs to treat movement dysfunction and pain resulting from injury, disease, disability, or other health-related conditions.

Participates in mentoring and didactic training and fulfills clinical requirements of the residency program.


Job Responsibilities and Requirements:

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs initial and on-going assessments of patient's condition.
Establishes, revises, and evaluates a plan of care which is appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient/family.
Performs therapy interventions utilizing standard physical therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the condition of the patient.
Provides education to patient/family/staff by assessing patient/family educational needs.

Provides for continuity of care by participating in discharge planning with patients, families, and other health care providers as appropriate.

Provides home instructions to patients and caregivers, recommending and/or providing equipment/home modifications, and recommending appropriate follow-up care if needed.
Oversees activities of physical therapy assistants, students, and other support personnel.

Maintains appropriate documentation that details the patient's response to therapy and the need for skilled intervention as outlined by regulatory bodies.

Completes on-going professional development through didactic work, research opportunities, and participation in community programs.
Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION
Bachelor's, Master's or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy, or related as required to obtain licensure in state of practiceEXPERIENCE
No experience requiredPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Constant standing.
Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication.
Frequent use of hearing to distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
Frequent use of vision for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more).
Frequent walking, reaching, gripping and keyboard use/data entry.
Occasional bending, stooping, climbing, kneeling, sitting, squatting, twisting and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
Occasional lifting/moving patients.
Occasional use of vision to judge distances and spatial relationships and to identify and distinguish colors.
Occasional driving.
Rare crawling.

REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONSResuscitation Certification Requirement:
Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) required within 90 day of employment. Other resuscitation certifications may be required dependent on department.


State of Work Location:
Illinois
Physical Therapist, Licensed - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)


State of Work Location:
Missouri
Physical Therapist - Missouri Division of Professional Registration


State of Work Location:
Oklahoma
Physical Therapist - Oklahoma Medical Board


State of Work Location:
Wisconsin
Physical Therapist (PT) - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional ServicesWork Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America)Job Type:

EmployeeDepartment:

Physical TherapyScheduled Weekly Hours:
40Benefits:SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs

Paid Parental Leave:
we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE)


60;Flexible Payment Options:
our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay 60;(fees may apply) 60;before payday

Upfront Tuition Coverage:
we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members. 60;SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer.

SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,pregnancy, veteran status,or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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