Physical Therapist Emergency Department

An Emergency Department Physical Therapist (PT)provides specialized physical therapy services in a fast-paced acute care setting, focusing on patients with emergent musculoskeletal, neurological, or cardiopulmonary issues.Key responsibilities include bedside evaluation, non-pharmacological pain management, prescribing assistive devices, providing education, facilitating safe discharge, and collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes, reduce hospital admissions, and improve overall ED efficiency.

Core Responsibilities

• Patient Evaluation:

Perform bedside assessments and evaluations for patients presenting with acute musculoskeletal, neurological, vestibular, or cardiopulmonary dysfunctions.

• Direct Intervention:

Provide direct physical therapy interventions, including manual therapy, therapeutic exercises, and patient education on injury management and pain reduction.

• Mobility & Safety:

Instruct patients in bed mobility, transfers, and safe use of assistive devices to improve functional mobility and prevent falls.

• Pain Management:

Utilize non-pharmacological methods, such as heat, ice, and compression, to manage pain and reduce reliance on medication.

• Discharge Planning:

Assist in discharge planning by evaluating patient mobility and safety for home or further care, coordinating with community resources, and providing patient and family education.

• Interdisciplinary Collaboration:

Work with other healthcare professionals, including nurses and physicians, to contribute to diagnostic clarity, treatment plan development, and disposition decisions.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Advanced Clinical Reasoning:

Ability to quickly and accurately assess patient conditions in an acute setting and develop appropriate treatment plans.

• Strong Communication:

Effective communication skills to work with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary team.

Position/Opportunity Highlights:

Qualifications:

• Master's or higher
• Indiana license to practice physical therapy.
• American Heart Association's BLS for Healthcare Providers required

We offer competitive salaries and excellent benefits. We are conveniently located 10 minutes from downtown Louisville at 1850 State Street, New Albany, IN 47150. EOE.