Physical Therapist - Outpatient Satellite / Per Diem - Steward Health Care

About Steward Health Care
Over a decade ago, Steward Health Care System emerged as a different kind of health care company designed to usher in a new era of wellness. One that provides our patients better, more proactive care at a sustainable cost, our providers unrivaled coordination of care, and our communities greater prosperity and stability.

As the country's largest physician-led, minority-owned, integrated health care system, our doctors can be certain that we share their interests and those of their patients. Together we are on a mission to revolutionize the way health care is delivered - creating healthier lives, thriving communities and a better world.

Based in Dallas, Steward currently operates more than 30 hospitals across Arizona, Arkansas, Florida, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Texas.

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Job Summary: Under the written referral of a physician, physician assistant, nurse practitioner, RN, osteopath, and in concert with other members of the hospital staff, the physical therapist is responsible for the evaluation of patient clinical status, the assessment of their rehab potential, the design and implementation of age-appropriate treatment programs to maximize the patients level of function, counseling and education to patients in the rehabilitation setting. Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of patients served; demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development; possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patients requirements relative to age and cultural specific needs and to provide care needed in accordance with professional standard of practice.

Requirements:

• Graduate of an APTA accredited program
• Bachelor of Science Degree and/or certificate in Physical Therapy
• Massachusetts license or license eligible
• Current CPR certification
• Effective communication and educator skills
• Ability to perform essential functions without posing a direct threat to patients and other staff
• Ability to work cooperatively with others with a positive attitude
• Ability to deal with stress due to a fast-paced and growing environment
• Ability to manage within a flexible schedule
• Ability to work independently with excellent organizational and sound decision-making skills
• Able to read, hear, write and comprehend English
• Willing to train in continuing education annually

Salary: $39.40+

Steward Health Care is proud to be a minority, physician owned organization. Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are at the foundation of the care we provide, the community services we support and all our employment practices. We do not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic.