Inpatient Acute Care Physical Therapist
Tulsa, Oklahoma
Saint John Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Inpatient Acute Physical Therapist

Location: Tulsa, Oklahoma
Employment Type: Long-Term Assignment (13 weeks)
Shift: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Job Description

• Evaluate and conduct medically prescribed physical therapy treatment programs.
• Perform initial and ongoing assessments of patient conditions.
• Establish, revise, and evaluate individualized plans of care involving patients and families.
• Deliver therapy interventions using standard physical therapy techniques appropriate to patient conditions.
• Supervise physical therapy assistants, students, and support personnel.
• Work requires critical thinking, decisive judgment, and ability to work with minimal supervision in a stressful environment.
• Follow Standard Precautions and use personal protective equipment as required.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Physical Therapist license in Oklahoma.
• Physical Therapist with a minimum of 2 years of experience.
• Physical Therapist experience within the last year.

Required Credentials & Onboarding Documentation

Submission Required Before Assignment:

• Professional resume/profile.
• At least two professional references.
• Valid Driver’s License/State ID (front and back).

Required Prior to or Upon Start:

• Signed assignment agreement (offer letter, initial confirmation, and extensions).
• Forward-facing badge photo with white or blue background (no alterations).
• Health and immunization documentation including:

  • MMR: Proof of two vaccines or positive IGG titer (no declinations accepted).
  • Varicella: Proof of two vaccines, serological immunity, or verified history (no declinations accepted).
  • Hepatitis B: Vaccination series completion or signed declination.
  • Tdap: Valid within 10 years (no declinations accepted).
  • Influenza vaccine (optional; mask required if declined during flu season).
• Tuberculosis screening:

  • 2-step PPD or IGRA within specified timeframes.
  • If positive, negative chest X-ray within 1 year and annual TB questionnaire.
• Fit test for respiratory protection (preferred before start, can be completed onsite).
• Statement of good health or completed physical exam prior to first assignment, updated annually.
• Criminal background check including Social Security Trace, OIG Search, National Sex Offender, and other required screenings within 30 days of start.
• Employment verification for the past 7 years.
• Education verification relevant to clinical work within 90 days of start.
• Skills checklist for specialty completed within one year of start and updated annually.
• 12-panel drug screen within 30 days prior to start, updated annually.

Additional Information

• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position.
• The role involves working in an inpatient acute care setting.
• Must be able to work independently and handle stressful situations.

This summary includes all relevant information for healthcare recruiters and physical therapists considering this position.