Physical Therapist (PT) | Louisville, KY

　　$55.00 / Hr. | 8A-5P | M-F | No Nights or Weekends

　　13-Week Contract with Extensions Offered

　　Maxim HealthCare Staffing is seeking a skilled Physical Therapist (PT) for a 13-week contract with a premier orthopedic practice in the Louisville, KY area. This position requires an active licensure in the practicing state with 1-year professional experience preferred. The Physical Therapist is responsible for performing patient evaluations, as well as providing and documenting therapy services in accordance with the plan of care developed for each individual patient and physician’s orders when applicable. Included below are the position details.

　　Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

　　Performs initial comprehensive assessment and reassessments and regularly reevaluates patient for rehabilitation needs, and works in collaboration with the physician and other members of the healthcare team to modify the plan of care as appropriate

　　Participates in developing the plan of care in collaboration with the physician and other members of the health care team

　　Assesses and evaluates and/or assists the physician in assessing and evaluating therapeutic, rehabilitative, function status, and home environment (as applicable)

　　Assesses muscle strength, mobility, gait, and Range of Motion (ROM)

　　On incisions resulting from orthopedic surgery, removes staples or sutures and manages incision line

　　Provides physical therapy treatment and establishes physical therapy plan of care

　　Instructs patient, families, and/or caregivers in the use of and care of therapeutic appliances

　　Determines priority needs for physical therapy

　　Reports patients’ reaction(s) to treatment or changes in condition to physician and/or designee

　　Initiates physical therapy program and instructs, consults, and/or advises other personnel and/or family/caregiver regarding certain phases of physical therapy with which they may work with the patient, and explains the goals of the physical therapy program by participating in case conferences

　　Trains patient in use of prosthetic device(s) and use of other assistive devices (e.g., walker); ensures equipment used in the course of patient treatment is in good working order

　　Uses appropriate equipment to meet patient goals, cleans and maintains equipment according to manufactures guidelines

　　Prepares and submits clinical and progress summaries based on the attainment and progress of goals, and responses to treatment or changes in condition

　　Participates in discharge planning

　　Participates in peer consultation process

　　Supervises Physical Therapy Assistants according to the company’s policies/procedures and state regulations

　　Provides/submits accurate and timely documentation in accordance with the plan of care and company policy and procedures

　　Complies with applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations regarding professional standards and practice standards

　　Performs other duties as assigned/necessary

　　Minimum Requirements:

　　Current licensure as a Physical Therapist in the state of practice

　　Graduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy

　　One (1) year of prior professional Physical Therapy experience preferred

　　Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice

　　Participation and completion of Maxim's Competency program when applicable

　　Current CPR if applicable

　　TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable

　　Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)

　　Must meet all federal, state and local requirements

　　Successful completion of new hire training as applicable to job site

　　Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements

　　Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language is required

　　Computer proficiency required

　　Must be at least 18 years of age

　　Benefits

　　At Maxim Healthcare Staffing, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

　　Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

　　Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

　　401(k) savings plan

　　Awards and recognition programs

　　*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

　　About Maxim Healthcare Staffing

　　Maxim Healthcare Staffing has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, and employees for more than 30 years. Our nationwide suite of services includes home healthcare, companion and behavioral care, healthcare staffing, and workforce solutions. Maxim's commitment to customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical staffing needs makes us a trusted partner wherever healthcare is needed.

　　Maxim Healthcare Staffing is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.