Float Physical Therapist - Acute Care

Ask about eligibility for a hiring bonus and other great benefits! Join Community Community Health Network was created by our neighbors, for our neighbors. Over 60 years later, “community” is still the heart of our organization. It means providing our neighbors with the best care possible, backed by state-of-the-art technology. It means getting involved in the communities we serve through volunteer opportunities and benefits initiatives. It means ensuring our dedicated caregivers can learn and grow to stay at the top of their fields and to better serve our patients. And above all, it means exceptional care, simply delivered — and we couldn’t do it without you. Make a Difference The Float Physical Therapist  evaluates, plans,  and  provides therapy  for appropriate patients  in multiple locations. Helps the PT & Rehab team to c over patient-care in the event of FML/Leaves-Of-Absence, clinician illness, approved clinician time-off, jury duty, funeral time, resignations, times of high census, other growth/patient-care   needs as determined/identified by the PT & Rehab management team. Physical therapists will also be responsible for  participating in teaching opportunities  or  clinical education of students  as well as  inter-disciplinary program planning . Most importantly, you must establish and maintain a safe environment conducive to effective team functioning,  positive patient outcomes  and  personal safety . The primary work location is community Hospital East.  Exceptional skills and Qualifications Bachelor of Science Degree from an accredited program is required Must have a valid  Indiana Physical Therapy license or temporary permit Minimum of three (3) years of experience strongly preferred Must be  knowledgeable in anatomy/physiology , evaluation and therapy , theoretical concepts and techniques, current materials and technological advances, and new professional trends. You will effectively provide quality service to impaired individuals and communicate effectively with staff, peers, patients, families, physicians, and all internal/external customers. An ability to incorporate a basic understanding of the behaviors, developmental needs, physical needs, emotional needs, and comfort of the child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patient will help. Also, you must be able to lift/transfer patients and treatment supply items without restriction.