Physical Therapist - Casual
Indiana Regional Medical Center
Summary
In this role you will be:
Job description
- Conduct comprehensive physical therapy evaluations for patients admitted to inpatient units (medical-surgical, ICU, orthopedics, neurology, etc.).
- Develop individualized treatment plans based on clinical findings, physician recommendations, and patient goals.
- Deliver evidence-based therapeutic interventions including gait training, balance, strengthening, and mobility activities.
- Monitor and document patient progress, modifying the plan of care as needed.
- Provide education to patients and caregivers on exercises, safety, and discharge recommendations.
- Collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, case managers, occupational therapists, and other interdisciplinary team members.
- Participate in discharge planning by providing input regarding mobility status, equipment needs, and appropriate follow-up services.
- Ensure documentation is accurate, timely, and meets regulatory, payer, and facility requirements.
- Adhere to all hospital policies, ethical standards, and professional guidelines.
OTHER DUTIES
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
- EDUCATION: BS degree in physical therapy required, master’s or DPT preferred
- EXPERIENCE: 1+ years of experience in an inpatient hospital or rehabilitation setting preferred
- LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION: BLS certification required or obtained within 1 month of hire
- Physical Therapy license in Pennsylvania required
Requirements
- BS degree in physical therapy required
- Master's or DPT preferred
- 1+ years of experience in an inpatient hospital or rehabilitation setting preferred
- BLS certification required or obtained within 1 month of hire
- Physical Therapy license in Pennsylvania required
Company overview
Indiana Regional Medical Center (IRMC) is a not-for-profit general hospital located in Indiana, Pennsylvania, founded in 1914. As a comprehensive healthcare provider, IRMC serves the community with a wide range of medical services including emergency care, women's health, surgical services, and specialized care units. The hospital operates with 166 beds and employs approximately 940 full-time personnel, providing care to over 39,000 emergency department patients annually. IRMC is a proud member of the Pennsylvania Mountains Healthcare Alliance, collaborating with other community hospitals to deliver accessible, high-quality healthcare. The medical center features advanced facilities including a 23-bed emergency department with trauma rooms, medical-surgical ICU, physical rehabilitation, and psychiatric care units. IRMC also operates the IRMC Physician Group, employing more than 50 physicians across primary care and specialty services, and maintains a modern patient portal system for coordinated care management.