Physical Therapist - Tosh Inpatient *sign-on Bonus*
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Little Rock, Arkansas, United States
Commensurate with education + experience; bonus/eq...
Patient evaluation and goal setting
Functional activity optimization
Patient progress assessment
The inpatient physical therapist provides an individualized evaluation, during which the client, family/caregiver, and physical therapist determine the patient's goals, customize interventions to optimize the person's ability to perform functional activities, and continuously assess progress towards goals to ensure goals are being met and/or to modify the intervention plan based on the patient's needs and skills
Job Summary
The inpatient physical therapist provides an individualized evaluation, during which the client, family/caregiver, and physical therapist determine the patient's goals, customize interventions to optimize the person's ability to perform functional activities, and continuously assess progress towards goals to ensure goals are being met and/or to modify the intervention plan based on the patient's needs and skills.
This position will work Thursday - Sunday and will be integral in treating post-operative joint and spine patients in both inpatient and PACU settings.
UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks including Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans, Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave, and Education discount for staff and dependents.
Matching Summary
The inpatient physical therapist provides an individualized evaluation, during which the client, family/caregiver, and physical therapist determine the patient's goals, customize interventions to optimize the person's ability to perform functional activities, and continuously assess progress towards goals to ensure goals are being met and/or to modify the intervention plan based on the patient's needs and skills.
Salary
Commensurate with education and experience; Bonus/Equity: Sign On Bonus Available if Eligible; Benefits: Health, Holiday, Vacation, Sick Leave, Education discount, Retirement match
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
patient evaluation and goal setting
functional activity optimization
patient progress assessment
multidisciplinary approach to care
inpatient and PACU settings
Nice-to-have
mentorship and continuing education
collaborative healthcare organization
teamwork and diversity champion
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy (graduated prior to 2002)
Master's degree in Physical Therapy (graduated prior to 2016)
Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy
Licensed Physical Therapist by Arkansas State Board
Eligible for Arkansas licensure
2 years of Physical Therapy experience
Work Rights
Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States