Job Summary
Springfield, MO — Physical Therapist (Inpatient) – The organization is seeking a dedicated inpatient physical therapist to join its team. The therapist will evaluate, treat, and support patients with diverse diagnoses, primarily focusing on total joint replacements, under the direction of a physician order.
Job Details
- Schedule: Evenings, 4x10 hours, 10:30 am – 9:00 pm, Monday through Thursday, minimum 40 hours per week
- Required Qualifications: Current physical therapy license (Meets the criteria to be eligible for licensure in the state of Missouri or currently licensed in Missouri), BLS certification from the American Heart Association, 1 year of PT experience
- Additional Information: Under the direction of a physician, the therapist plans and implements physical therapy evaluations and treatment programs based on patient needs. Responsibilities include performing evaluations, administering treatments such as ultrasound, electrical stimulation, and manual therapy, and providing discharge planning and patient education. The role requires effective interdisciplinary collaboration and documentation, adherence to departmental standards, and commitment to professional development. Patient care may involve heavy lifting and extensive physical activity; physical demands include pushing at 40 lbs., pulling 60 lbs., and gripping up to 50 lbs.
- Preferred Skillset/Experience: Experience with total joint replacements and working with diverse diagnoses in an inpatient setting.
- Certifications: BLS required.
- Type of Patients: Primarily total joint replacement patients.
Benefits
- The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
