Physical Therapist

Job description

Interim Staff Physical Therapist

GHR Search is proud to partner with healthcare facilities of all sizes and locations in order to help alleviate short-term provider vacancies and strives to offer contract opportunities for a wide range of healthcare professionals. Our expertise includes, but is not limited to, Long-Term Care and Retirement Communities to Nationally Recognized Health Systems and Outpatient facilities.

Our Interim Division is currently seeking a Staff Physical Therapist to join a high revenue, outpatient clinic located 30 miles southeast of the Chicago Loop in Munster, Indiana. As part of one of the largest and most comprehensive rehabilitation programs in the area, this is an excellent opportunity to get your foot in the door with a reputable organization.

The Interim Staff Physical Therapist will perform a full range of professional PT duties in a full-functioning capacity. This contract opportunity is an immediate start, with potential to transition to permanent employment.

Interim Staff PT Details:

• Caseload: 8-10 patients per day
• Partners with 1 PTA and 1 OT
• Completes initial and interim assessment and evaluation of the client’s level of functioning
• Revises the treatment plan through identification of new goals, as necessary
• Supervises the PTA and paraprofessionals as required by policy and state regulations
• Complies with standard precautions, infection control, and safety procedures
• Provides patient/family education as appropriate

Interim Staff PT Qualifications:

• Graduate of a physical therapy curriculum approved by APTA
• Active, unrestricted Indiana PT license
• At least one (1) year of clinical experience
• Physically able to lift 35 pounds
• Demonstrates ability to move, position, and transfer clients utilizing good body mechanics, lifting techniques, and/or transfer assistive devices
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to provide three (3) positive, professional references
• Completion of compliance checklist prior to your first day

GHR Search Offers:

• Weekly Direct Deposit
• Health, Vision, and Dental insurance after 30 days of employment
• Mileage reimbursement for some contracts
• 401K after your first paycheck
• W2 employment

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Eric Whetham at 484-362-6503

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Salary: $50 - $55 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Healthcare setting:

• Clinic
• Outpatient

Medical specialties:

• Orthopedics
• Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
• Sports Medicine

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday – Friday
• No weekends

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Munster, Indiana: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

• Physical Therapy License (Required)
• CPR Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person