Top 78 Physical therapist Jobs in Hammond, La

Physical Therapist - PRN Weekends
Serenity Oaks Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospital —Hammond, LA
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
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Physical Therapist - PRN
Serenity Oaks Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospital —Hammond, LA
- PRN
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
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Physical Therapist
STAT Home Health —Hammond, LA
- Full-time
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
- Mid-level
- Home Health
- Mileage reimbursement
- Disability insurance
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Physical Therapist | Full-Time | Inpatient Rehab
Serenity Oaks Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospital —Hammond, LA
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Physical Therapist - Outpatient Orthopedics-MENTORSHIP for NEW GRADS
Winnfield Physical Therapy —Louisiana
- From $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Anatomy knowledge
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
- Continuing education credits
- Paid holidays
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Physical Therapist
NeuLife —Hammond, LA
- $38 - $48 an hour
- Full-time
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
- Mid-level
- Physical Therapy License
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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PHYSICAL THERAPIST - REHAB-INPATIENT THERAPY
North Oaks Health System —Hammond, LA
- Full-time
- Management
- Hospital
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
- Health insurance
PHYSICAL THERAPIST - OUTPATIENT WOUND CARE
North Oaks Health System —Hammond, LA
- 8 hour shift
- Management
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
- Mid-level
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Physical Therapist - PRN
Optum —Hammond, LA
- $49.97 - $74.95 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
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Physical Therapist
St. Tammany Health System —Covington, LA
- Full-time
- Word processing
- Bachelor of Science
- BLS Certification
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Physical Therapist (PT) - FT Days | Hammond LTACH
PAM Health, LLC —Hammond, LA
- Full-time
- BLS Certification
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
- Physical Therapy License
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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Rehab Director- Physical Therapist Assistant
tmc —Hammond, LA
- $33 - $37 an hour
- Full-time
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
- In-person
- Senior level
- Continuing education credits
- Paid holidays
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Women's Health Physical Therapist
Comprehensive Physical Therapy —Mandeville, LA
- $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
- Clinic
- Entry level
- Continuing education credits
- Disability insurance
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Physical Therapist
STAT Home Health —Hammond, LA
- Part-time
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
- Home Health
- 1 year
- Mileage reimbursement
- Employee stock ownership plan
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Physical Therapist - Outpatient Oncology
Geaux Fight Physical Therapy —Covington, LA
- Part-time
- Doctoral degree
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
- Mid-level
- Paid time off
- Flexible schedule
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PRN Physical Therapist in Slidell, LA
Synergy Care, Inc. —Covington, LA
- Part-time
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
- Mid-level
- Physical Therapy License
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Physical Therapist PRN
LCMC Health —Covington, LA
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Bachelor of Science
- BLS Certification
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Director of Rehab - Colorado Hospital
Fulton Recruiting —United States
- $120,000 - $160,000 a year
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- Hospital
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
- Relocation assistance
- Paid time off
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Travel Physical Therapist - FULL-TIME BENEFITS!
Physicians Rehab Solution —United States
- From $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Doctoral degree
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
- Continuing education credits
- AD&D insurance
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Travel Physical Therapist - $14,200 per Month (2 Years Experience Required)
Helpside Analytics —United States
- $12,500 - $14,000 a month
- 8 hour shift
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
- Mid-level
- Physical Therapy License
- Travel reimbursement
- Health insurance
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Physical Therapist - PRN Weekends

Serenity Oaks Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospital
Hammond, LA

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Job Details

Qualifications

CPR Certification
Inpatient experience
BLS Certification
Outpatient experience
Physical Therapy License
Doctor of Physical Therapy
Pediatrics
Orthopedics
Medical terminology

Full Job Description

The Physical Therapist (PT) at Serenity Oaks IRF evaluates, diagnoses, and provides evidence-based physical therapy interventions to rehabilitation inpatients, enabling each patient to achieve maximum functional mobility and independence. The PT develops individualized plans of care, implements therapeutic exercise programs, and contributes to the IDT process to support coordinated, person-centered rehabilitation. This role requires active collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, supervision of PTAs and rehab aides, and accurate completion of all required therapy documentation including FIM scoring.

2. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations including mobility, strength, ROM, balance, transfer ability, and functional status assessment.

Establish measurable, patient-centered therapy goals and develop individualized PT plans of care.

Administer therapeutic exercise, neuromuscular re-education, therapeutic activities, gait training, and manual therapy as indicated.

Complete and document FIM motor scores within required timeframes in collaboration with the IDT.

Supervise and direct PTAs and rehab aides in the delivery of physical therapy services within their scope of practice.

Participate actively in weekly IDT meetings; communicate PT findings, goal progress, and discharge recommendations.

Provide patient and family education on home exercise programs, assistive device use, fall prevention, and community reintegration.

Recommend and fit assistive and adaptive equipment including orthotics, prosthetics, and mobility aids.

Maintain accurate, timely documentation of evaluations, daily notes, progress notes, and discharge summaries in the EHR.

Assist with or co-complete the IRF-PAI in collaboration with the Rehabilitation Program Director and attending physician.

Coordinate with nursing on transfer techniques, positioning, and equipment needs for safe patient handling.

Participate in QAPI activities and contribute to therapy department quality improvement initiatives.

Maintain continuing education and competency in evidence-based rehabilitation practice.

Adhere to APTA standards of practice, Code of Ethics, and Louisiana Physical Therapy Practice Act.

3. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Required: Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) from a CAPTE-accredited institution.

Preferred: One (1) or more years of physical therapy experience in an inpatient rehabilitation or acute care setting.

Preferred: IRF, neurological, or orthopedic rehabilitation experience strongly preferred.

4. LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION & REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS

Required: Current, unrestricted Physical Therapist license issued by the Louisiana Physical Therapy Board (LAPTB).

Required: Current BLS/CPR certification (AHA or Red Cross).

Preferred: Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Neurologic Physical Therapy (NCS) or Orthopaedic Physical Therapy (OCS) — APTA ABPTS.

Required: Louisiana PT license must be verified through LAPTB prior to and throughout employment.

5. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Expert clinical knowledge in physical therapy evaluation and treatment for stroke, TBI, SCI, hip fracture, joint replacement, and medically complex patients.

Proficiency in FIM motor scoring and IRF-PAI documentation requirements.

Knowledge of therapeutic exercise prescription, neuromuscular facilitation, and gait training techniques.

Ability to supervise and direct PTAs within Louisiana scope of practice guidelines.

Proficiency with EHR documentation in an inpatient rehabilitation setting.

Strong IDT communication skills including verbal and written reporting of patient progress.

Knowledge of assistive and adaptive equipment prescription and fitting.

Understanding of CMS IRF 60% Rule admissions criteria and medical necessity requirements.

Commitment to evidence-based, patient-centered physical therapy practice.

Knowledge of patient and family education techniques for functional recovery and home preparation.

Experience:

Inpatient Rehab Hospital: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Physical Therapy License in the state of Louisiana (Required)

Work Location: In person

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physical therapist jobs in hammond, la

Physical Therapist - PRN Weekends

Physical Therapist - PRN

Physical Therapist

Physical Therapist | Full-Time | Inpatient Rehab

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PHYSICAL THERAPIST - REHAB-INPATIENT THERAPY

PHYSICAL THERAPIST - OUTPATIENT WOUND CARE

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Physical Therapist (PT) - FT Days | Hammond LTACH

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Physical Therapist - Outpatient Oncology

PRN Physical Therapist in Slidell, LA

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Director of Rehab - Colorado Hospital

Travel Physical Therapist - FULL-TIME BENEFITS!

Travel Physical Therapist - $14,200 per Month (2 Years Experience Required)

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