Acute Care Hospital Physical Therapist
St. Peters, MO
American Traveler
4x10 hrs, Days

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced Physical Therapist for an acute care hospital setting requiring at least 2 years of recent PT experience and a valid state license.

Responsibilities

• Position is in an acute care hospital working primarily in the PT Acute Care Hospital unit
• Schedule is 4x10 hour day shifts, Tuesday through Friday, from 8:30 AM to 7:00 PM
• Participation in weekend and holiday rotation; full weekend required every 6 weeks with flex days before and after
• Patient ratio is 1:1 for therapy sessions
• Floating required between St. Peters and Progress West locations as needed for support
• Uses Epic as the charting system; Epic experience required for certain units
• Treats a diverse patient population including cardiopulmonary, orthopedics, geriatrics, neurology, and oncology cases
• Responsibilities include assessment, creating treatment plans, patient/family education, and supporting pain management and rehabilitation from a variety of conditions
• Therapists may manage patients with orthopedic, neurologic, and general debility issues
• Team includes therapists with advanced training in LSVT BIG, vestibular, and pelvic floor therapies, though these specialties are not required for this position
• Tan pants or scrub bottoms with black tops or scrub tops are required attire
• No call requirements for this assignment
• No more than 7 days of planned time off allowed per 13-week contract; no time off allowed during orientation week
• Permanent employees must wait 1 year before returning as travelers
• Travelers can remain for up to 18 months, requiring a 3-month break after

Requirements

• Active state PT license required at time of consideration (license required if applicable)
• Minimum of 2 years recent physical therapy experience in an acute care setting
• Current BLS certification required
• Experience and skills required include: cardiopulmonary, geriatrics, neurology, orthopedics, outpatient clinic, AROM/AAROM/PROM, assistive devices, body mechanics, pain assessment, skin integrity, strength testing, breathing techniques, assessment, patient evaluation and discharge planning, setting and achieving treatment goals, gait training, and common PT equipment
• Proficiency in Epic EMR required for certain units
• No first-time travelers accepted
• Must reside at least 75 miles from the facility; local candidates not accepted

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts