PT Acute Care Hospital Therapy/Rehabilitation

VieMed Healthcare Staffing

New Orleans, LA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Acute Care, Clinical Medicine, Communication Skills, Critical Care, Cross-Functional, Epic Systems, Healthcare, Interpersonal Skills, Medical Record System, Outpatient Care, Patient Care, Physical Therapy, Quality of Care, Quality of Life, Wound Care
LOCATION
New Orleans, LA
POSTED
1 day ago

Join Our Team as a PT Acute Care Hospital Therapy/Rehabilitation Specialist!

Are you a dedicated physical therapist passionate about making a meaningful impact in a dynamic acute care setting? We are seeking a committed PT to join our burn unit team, providing specialized rehabilitation care to patients with a wide range of burn injuries. This is a unique opportunity to work in a challenging yet rewarding environment where your skills directly contribute to patient recovery and quality of life. Embrace the chance to grow professionally while making a difference in a multidisciplinary team focused on excellence and patient-centered care.

Required Skills:
  • Valid Physical Therapist license in the state
  • Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience in acute care or burn units
  • Proficiency with EPIC electronic health records
  • Ability to float and adapt to various patient care settings
  • Strong skills in mobility, positioning, and preventing contractures and scarring
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Flexibility to work weekends and varied weekdays as required

Nice to Have Skills:
  • Experience with multidisciplinary team collaboration
  • Additional certifications in burn care, wound management, or related fields
  • Outpatient therapy experience for evaluations and therapy sessions

Preferred Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program
  • Prior experience working with burn patients ranging from 0-100% TBSA
  • Familiarity with inpatient and outpatient therapy protocols

Other Requirements:
  • Must work every Saturday and Sunday in the Burn unit; flexibility to pick additional shifts Monday through Friday
  • Ability to work up to 8 patients per day, with variability based on census
  • Scrubs provided
  • Start date: June 10, 2026
  • Travel experience preferred but not required; willingness to work in a high-acuity environment

Bring your expertise to a facility that values your skills, offers competitive compensation at $56.95/hour, and supports your professional journey with comprehensive benefits and ongoing support. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and provide critical care in a challenging setting, we encourage you to apply now and become a vital part of our committed healthcare team!

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