Acute Care/Rehab Physical Therapist - Prn

Day in the Life of a Physical Therapist:

The Physical Therapist provides complete physical therapy care, working toward optimal outcomes for patients. Performs other duties as assigned.

Why Work at Cheyenne Regional?

• ANCC Magnet Hospital
• 403(b) with 4% employer match
• 21 PTO days per year (increases with tenure)
• Education Assistance Program
• Employer Sponsored Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Loan Forgiveness Eligible

Here is what you will be doing:

• Evaluate physician-referred patients determining functional limitations and impairments
• Develops a plan of care including specific interventions and goals to address the patient’s needs, in accordance with physician orders/protocol
• Assists with discharge planning through recommendations communicated to the physician and the multidisciplinary team.
• Provide treatment in accordance with the plan of care and within the scope of physical therapy practice; treatment includes direct application of physical therapy procedures/modalities, instruction/education of patient/family, periodic reassessment, and modification of plan of care.
• Document evaluations, treatments, charges, and all relevant communications/interactions with the patient, family, and physician in the patient’s chart.
• Coordinate patient treatment as appropriate with other disciplines such as occupational and speech therapy; communicates and coordinates as appropriate with other services such as Transitional Care Unit, Acute Rehabilitation Unit, Home Care Services, Skilled Nursing Facility, and case management; attends multidisciplinary team meetings as appropriate.
• Manage time efficiently to accomplish patient evaluation, treatment, and documentation without necessitating excessive use of overtime.
• Supervise Physical Therapist assistants, physical therapy aides and other support personnel involved in direct patient care.
• Submit accurate, daily charges for patient care, on a timely basis.
• Participate in education/training of groups/individuals, both intra and extra departmental, on topics relevant to physical therapy. 
• Participate in department initiatives in Performance Improvement, Service Excellence, safety, and other programs.

Desired skills:

• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Demonstrates an independent work initiative, sound judgment, and attention to detail
• Ability to assess, evaluate, explain, teach, problem solve using critical thinking; and perform calculations

Here is what you will need:

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy school
• Wyoming Physical Therapist license
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (AHA BLS) Certification

Nice to have:

• Prior experience in an inpatient or outpatient setting

About Cheyenne Regional:

Cheyenne Regional Medical Center was founded in 1867 as a tent hospital by the Union Pacific Railroad to treat workers injured while building the transcontinental railroad. Today, we are the largest hospital in the state of Wyoming, employing over 2,000 people, and treating over 350,000+ patients from southeastern Wyoming, western Nebraska, and northern Colorado. We pride ourselves on patient and employee experience by living our core values of Integrity, Caring, Compassion, Respect, Service, Teamwork and Excellence to I.N.S.P.I.R.E. great health.

Our team makes a difference every day by providing trusted healthcare expertise through a passionate and I.N.S.P.I.R.E(ing) approach with a personal touch. By living our values, we aim to achieve our goal of becoming a 5-star rated hospital, providing critical support and resources to our community and the greater region we serve. If you are eager to make a difference and passionate about healthcare, we encourage you to apply today!