Physical Therapist

We are seeking a part-time Physical Therapist to join our team at Aurora West Allis Medical Center - Acute Care Rehabilitation.

As a Physical Therapist, you will interpret physician referrals and complete evaluations utilizing appropriate methods. You will establish a plan of care, implement individual treatment, monitor and evaluate outcomes, and adjust the treatment plan as needed.

Responsibilities:

• Interpret physician referrals and complete musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiopulmonary, and integumentary evaluations
• Establish a plan of care and implement individual treatment based on evaluation results and functional goals
• Monitor and evaluate outcomes and adjust the treatment plan as needed
• Provide status updates to physicians and other teammates
• Identify factors affecting patient's physical and psychosocial comfort and attend to these needs
• Plan for and complete patient discharge, including providing written home programs, patient/family teaching, and referral for community services
• Communicate and collaborate with stakeholders to achieve optimum care for the patient
• Complete all required documentation, including patient evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries
• Maintain site/department established productivity standards
• Clean up after patient treatment, put away equipment, and keep the area neat and orderly
• Perform various manual techniques, patient positioning, transferring, and transporting duties
• Demonstrate skill in use of modalities, exercise equipment, and other devices
• Promote patient safety by participating in safety initiatives and following all safety and infection control measures
• Participate in performance improvement activities and manage assigned caseload
• Pursue professional growth through continuing education courses and department in-services
• Orient new staff to clinical and department policies as requested
• Participate in the evaluation process of co-workers
• Supervise physical therapy assistants, extenders, and students as needed

Requirements:

• Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited school
• Licensed Physical Therapist in the state of practice
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification
• Intermediate computer skills
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organization skills
• Demonstrated organization, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., stand, walk, and sit throughout the workday
• Ability to perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present

We offer a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards, including competitive compensation, benefits, and well-being programs.