Physical Therapist

It's more than a career, it's a calling

WI-Waupun Memorial Hospital

Worker Type : Regular

Job Highlights :

Location : Waupun, WI

We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Physical Therapist to join our team in Waupun, Wisconsin. This is a great opportunity for both experienced professionals and new graduates seeking a supportive environment focused on growth and collaboration.

Position Highlights :

$10,000 sign-on bonus

for external candidates

New graduates welcome

– mentorship and professional support provided

Primarily outpatient orthopedic caseload , with occasional inpatient responsibilities

Weekend rotation : Every 4th weekend, limited to a few hours on Saturday and Sunday for inpatient needs

Opportunities to develop a specialty

or area of expertise

Strong emphasis on professional development

and a collaborative team culture

Flexible 40-hour workweek :

Option for 5 days per week

Option for 4 days per week with 10-hour shifts

Eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs

If you're looking to make a meaningful impact while advancing your career, we encourage you to apply.

Job Summary :

Evaluates and conducts medically prescribed physical therapy treatment programs to treat movement dysfunction and pain resulting from injury, disease, disability, or other health-related conditions.

Job Responsibilities and Requirements :

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs initial and on-going assessments of patient's condition.

Establishes, revises and evaluates a plan of care which is appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient / family.

Performs therapy interventions utilizing standard physical therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the condition of the patient.

Provides education to patient / family / staff by assessing patient / family educational needs.

Provides for continuity of care by participating in discharge planning with patients, families and other health care providers as appropriate, providing home instructions to patients and caregivers, recommending and or providing equipment / home modifications, and recommending appropriate follow-up care if needed.

Oversees activities of physical therapy assistants, students, and other support personnel.

Maintains appropriate documentation that details the patient's response to therapy and the need for skilled intervention as outlined by regulatory bodies.

Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.

Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION

Bachelor's, Master's or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy, or related as required to obtain licensure in state of practice

EXPERIENCE

No experience required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Constant standing.

Frequent lifting / carrying and pushing / pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.

Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication.

Frequent use of hearing to distinguish body sounds and / or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.

Frequent use of vision for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more).

Frequent walking, reaching, gripping and keyboard use / data entry.

Occasional bending, stooping, climbing, kneeling, sitting, squatting, twisting and repetitive foot / leg and hand / arm movements.

Occasional lifting / carrying and pushing / pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.

Occasional lifting / moving patients.

Occasional use of vision to judge distances and spatial relationships and to identify and distinguish colors.

Occasional driving.

Rare crawling.

REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND / OR CERTIFICATIONS

Resuscitation Certification Requirement : Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) required within 90 day of employment. Other resuscitation certifications may be required dependent on department.

State of Work Location : Illinois

Physical Therapist, Licensed - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)

State of Work Location : Missouri

Physical Therapist - Missouri Division of Professional Registration

State of Work Location : Oklahoma

Physical Therapist - Oklahoma Medical Board

State of Work Location : Wisconsin

Physical Therapist (PT) - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services

Work Shift :

Day Shift (United States of America)

Job Type : Employee

Department :

4503000045 PHYSICAL THERAPY

Scheduled Weekly Hours :

40

Benefits :

SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs.

Paid Parental Leave :

we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).

Flexible Payment Options :

our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.

Upfront Tuition Coverage

we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.

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SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,

pregnancy, veteran status ,

or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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