Job Description

Franciscan Health Lafayette Central1501 Hartford St Lafayette, Indiana 47904

A good physical therapist is one who can develop an achievable plan of care and help a patient through that plan. A great physical therapist is one who develops a realistic plan with measurable goals tailored to each patient’s situation. A great physical therapist works with more than just the patient, involving the physician, family and other healthcare providers as needed. A great physical therapist doesn’t just go through the motions, instead listening carefully to a patient’s concerns, monitoring progress, and adjusting plans as needed. We are looking for a great physical therapist.

WHO WE ARE

With 12 ministries and access points across Indiana and Illinois, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care systems in the Midwest. Franciscan Health takes pride in hiring coworkers that provide compassionate, comprehensive care for our patients and the communities we serve.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

• Completes appropriate goal re-assessment and discharge planning.

• Performs comprehensive physical therapy evaluations, treatment, and related follow-up services including discharge planning.

• Develops a treatment plan with measurable goals based on patient assessment.

• Collaborates with patient and other healthcare personnel or outside agencies regarding coordination of care.

• Documents patient assessments and pertinent information in a timely manner.

• Provides services and treatments requiring physical therapy skills according to the written plan of care and the signed plan of treatment.

• Supervises Physical Therapist Assistants and Home Health Aides.

• Provides physical therapy according to standards of care defined by the state practice act and other professional and governing agencies.

• Trains and educates patients and family members or others support and documents understanding of treatment plan and goals.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree- Physical Therapy - Required

• 1 Year Physical Medicine/Rehabilitation Experience- Required

• 1 Year Home Health Experience - Preferred

• Physical Therapist (PT) State Licensing Board - Required

• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)- American Heart Association - Required

• Driver's License - Required

• Auto Insurance - Required

TRAVEL IS REQUIRED:

Up to 75%

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of Franciscan Alliance to provide equal employment to its employees and qualified applicants for employment as otherwise required by an applicable local, state or Federal law.

Franciscan Alliance reserves a Right of Conscience objection in the event local, state or Federal ordinances that violate its values and the free exercise of its religious rights.

Franciscan Alliance is committed to equal employment opportunity.

Franciscan provides eligible employees with comprehensive benefit offerings. Find an overview on the benefit section of our career site, jobs.franciscanhealth.org