Physical Therapist (PRN)

Company: Encompass Health
Location: Kings Mountain
Posted on: November 16, 2023

Job Description:

More one-on-one time
More success for patients and professionals
BE THE CONNECTION.
In your role as a physical therapist (PRN), you'll be the connection between the additional one-on-one time we enjoy with each patient and the progress they make. Following them throughout their stay, you'll work with the latest technologies and experience unprecedented growth opportunities within your chosen field. Get to know your patients and help them reach their goals while pursuing some of your own, as part of national post-acute care leader Encompass Heath.
What Makes Encompass Health Careers Different-and Better:
Working at Encompass Health means being part of something special: A team that is passionate about making an impact on patients' lives each day. Unlike the typical hospital setting, Encompass Health offers you the unique opportunity to walk alongside patients on their road to recovery from stroke, spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, joint replacements, multiple trauma and cardiac/pulmonary conditions. As you help patients achieve goals and regain independence, you can form significant relationships with them and celebrate the successes they experience along the way.
Our culture of compassion and collaboration is founded on more than just the care we provide our patients; it is expressed in the values we live. We encourage and empower each employee to keep learning and growing by providing the resources to deliver a better way to care. At Encompass Health, you'll find something decidedly different and more satisfying: A career that is challenging, inspiring and rewarding. Maximize your talent and join a team that is committed to setting the standard for better healthcare with this engaging opportunity:
PHYSICAL THERAPIST
Here is your opportunity to channel the full extent of your knowledge, skills, ambition, and experience on a daily basis. Inspire our patients to progress each day as you:
Provide physical therapy treatment and patient care according to hospital, state and federal regulations and professional guidelines.
Delegate tasks and supervise physical therapist assistants and technicians.
Maintain open and ongoing communication with hospital departments to ensure that patient, staff and hospital needs are met.
Help patients to regain control of their lives and their independence.
Create an environment and a culture that enables the hospital to fulfill its mission by providing patient safety and patient-centered treatment.
Credentials:
Current state licensure or certification on or before the first day of employment required.
CPR certification preferred unless otherwise required by hospital policy.
Successful completion of a degree from an accredited bachelor's or master's program, plus sufficient experience in the field essential.
Demonstrated competence in physical therapy evaluation, assessment, care planning and treatment.
Effective communication skills for working with patients, families and caregivers required.
Enjoy competitive compensation and benefits that start on day one, including:
Benefits that begin when you do.
Affordable medical, dental and vision plans provided to meet the needs of full and part-time employees and their families.
Generous paid time off that increases with tenure.
Tuition reimbursement and continuing education opportunities.
Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock-purchase plans.
Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
About Us:
Helping patients regain hope and independence, Encompass Health is a national leader in post-acute care. We operate rehabilitation hospitals and offer home health and hospice care in 36 states as well as Puerto Rico. Following the Encompass Way, we are driven by our core values: We proudly set the standard, lead with empathy, do what's right, focus on the positive, and remain stronger together.
Realize the powerful difference you can make. Take this opportunity to join our team.
To learn more about us, please visit us online at
encompasshealth.com
Connect with us:
Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualifications
Encompass Health is looking for a Physical Therapist (PRN) who is able to fulfill our PRN agreement (minimum of one weekend day per month) but, specifically someone who can work during the week.

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