ACUTE REHAB PHYSICAL THERAPIST, Inpatient Unit, Per Diem
UHS
Summary
This Physical Therapist opportunity is per diem and offers a convenient day shift schedule. This position is for our NEW 22 bed Acute Rehab Hospital in Northwest Reno. We are searching for a dynamic Physical Therapist. You will be responsible for evaluation, planning, directing and administering physical/occupational therapy modalities of treatment for patients during their acute rehab stay. Therapists administer treatments and physical agents as prescribed by a referring physician to restore function and prevent disability following injury, disease or physical disability from diagnoses such as stroke, amputation, spinal cord injury, and traumatic brain injury. Assist patients to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning, while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities. The staff therapist coordinates, delegates and supervises responsibilities assigned to supportive staff. The staff therapist participates in operational aspects of the department such as interdisciplinary team meetings, maintains performance improvement activities within the department and participates in CQI activities. Ensures that documentation meets requirements, and treatment uses an evidence based approach. Ensures that patient charges are accurate and entered on a timely basis. Participates in all infection control, departmental equipment training and organizational safety programs.
Job description
Job Duties/Responsibilities
- Responsible for direction of the therapy department certified staff, including therapy assistants and aides.
- Ability to observe and evaluate treatment effect, recommends change to physician as needed.
- Ability to perform an appropriate assessment on all patients as related to the therapy requested and provided and reassessments as per policy. This includes geriatric patients and the general adult patient population.
- Critical thinking, complex problem solving, decisive judgement and ability to work independently.
- Knowledge and application of professional practice and regulatory requirements.
- Must be able to work in a demanding work environment, organize multiple priorities completing work duties within expected timeliness and requirements.
- Computer and required technology proficiency/competencies
- Demonstrates effective and efficient professional communication (verbal & written) skills as well as interpersonal skills, conflict resolution, teamwork/collaboration, costumer service and community relations abilities.
- Able to retain and apply new knowledge and skills
- Keeps abreast of professional practice development and advancement.
Requirements
- Current State Physical Therapy Licensure.
- Three (3) or more years of previous experience in all aspects of physical therapy, preferred.
- Current BLS certification.
Benefits
- Sign on bonus
- Paid time off
- Medical plan
- Dental plan
- Vision plan
- Prescription drug plan
- 401(k) with company match
- Discounted stock plan
- Career development opportunities
Company overview
Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, operating as a Fortune 300 corporation headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1979, UHS has grown into a major healthcare enterprise with approximately 99,000 employees and annual revenues exceeding $14 billion. The company operates through its subsidiaries, managing 29 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, and 60 outpatient and other facilities across 39 U.S. states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. UHS provides comprehensive healthcare services including acute care, behavioral health treatment, cancer centers, and ambulatory surgical centers. The company's strategy focuses on building or acquiring high-quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets and investing in advanced medical equipment and skilled personnel to become the leading healthcare provider in each community it serves. UHS is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: UHS) and has established a strong reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational excellence.