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Physical Therapist Inpatient
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What they do
A Physical Therapist helps patients with physically disabling conditions or injuries to improve their ability to move and manage their pain. Uses techniques including targeted exercises and massage therapy. Works in conjunction with other healthcare providers to provide rehabilitation to patients after an injury or illness. May specialize in treating certain types of injuries or patients.
$88,158 / year median in Kansas
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Your future role at a glance
Location:
Wichita, KS Facility:
Ascension Via Christi, Rehabilitation Hospital Specialty:
Physical Therapy
- Inpatient Schedule: Day shift l PRN | Monday
- Friday 8:30am
- 5:00pm.
with rotating weekends and holidays \#NextGenHealthcare Via Christi associates are eligible for tuition discounts and priority placement in select healthcare programs through our academic partnership with Wichita State University. Life at
Ascension:
Where purpose meets opportunity Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter. Benefits that help you thrive +
Retirement:
403(b) plan
+ Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources How you'll make an impact in this role
+ Create individualized treatment plans that empower patients and their families to achieve their specific recovery goals.
+ Evaluate patient conditions through comprehensive assessments to ensure every clinical intervention is tailored to their unique needs.
+ Perform evidence-based therapy interventions to improve patient mobility and enhance their overall quality of life.
+ Lead and mentor support personnel, including assistants and students, to maintain a high standard of collaborative care across the rehab team. What minimum requirements you'll need Licensure / Certification /
Registration:
+ BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
+ Physical Therapy (PT) license credentialed from the Kansas Board of Healing Arts prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
Education:
+ Bachelor's degree required. Master's OR Doctorate degree preferred. Equal employment opportunity employer Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities ( EEO ) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\ EEOC \ KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\ EEOC \ KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster. Fraud prevention notice Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system. E-Verify statement Employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click here (https://www.e-verify.gov/about-e-verify) for more information. To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account
Benefits
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Dental Insurance
- 403(b) Tax-Sheltered Annuity Plans