What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist (PRN / Casual) position at OrthoNebraska?
OrthoNebraska is adding a Physical Therapist to our Therapy team!
The Therapy team environment is fast paced and well organized in taking care of the needs of our orthopaedic community.
Our top priorities are focusing on patient safety as well as patient satisfaction.
Teamwork is paramount as we are dedicated to Always True in promoting trust, respect, understanding and engagement with all team members.
If this sounds like the type of team and environment you want to be a part of apply today!
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Position |
Casual |
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Shift |
Days |
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FTE / Hours |
0 / As Needed |
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Schedule |
7a - 6p Availability |
Department/Position Details/Duties:
- Deliver high quality clinical care and customer service
- Establish goals and treatment plans in collaboration with the patient, family members and healthcare team.
- Provide treatment services in order to restore, maintain or improve patient functions.
- Promote and advance the hospital's vision to be the BEST through department initiatives and community outreach.
- Develop and enhance the vision of the department with an emphasis on growth and program development.
- Promote collaboration with referring physicians.
- Offer clinical instruction to physical therapy and physical therapy assistant students.
- Must be able and willing to collaborate with others as demonstrated by good listening skills, honest and respectful communication, and engaging in the process of reaching consensus when making decisions.
- Displays flexibility and adaptability in order to provide patient education regarding their specific physical therapy treatment needs.
- Ability to problem solve with patients, team and other departments within OrthoNebraska.
Position Requirements:
Education:
- Graduate of an APTA approved program for physical therapy
- Fully licensed to practice physical therapy in the state of Nebraska.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 60 days of hire.
- Advanced clinical certification is a benefit
Experience:
- Experience in orthopaedics required.
Physical:
- This position is classified as Medium Work in the Dictionary of Occupational Titles, requiring the exertion of 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.
Must be able to pass background check. We also conduct pre-employment physical and drug testing. Any job offer will be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment physical with a drug screen, background check and obtaining active licensures per job requirements.
