Physical Therapist – Acute Care PRN – St. Bernard Parish

About the role

Ochsner Health is seeking a PRN Physical Therapist to provide acute care services in St. Bernard Parish, Chalmette. You will plan, organize, and conduct therapy programs based on patient evaluations and medical referrals, while maintaining accurate records and contributing to departmental initiatives.

Key responsibilities

• Perform age- and diagnosis-appropriate evaluations and treatments.
• Maintain patient records in accordance with documentation standards.
• Adapt communication and procedures to meet the needs of diverse patient populations.
• Participate in staff projects, committees, and professional development activities.
• Assist in the education and training of physical therapy students.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy.
• Current physical therapy license in the state of practice or eligibility for licensure.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.

Required skills

• Computer proficiency for data entry and patient information retrieval.
• Ability to use Windows‑style applications and keyboard efficiently.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong judgment and decision‑making abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.