4 jobs found in Topeka

Job Description Extra attention to detail Exceptional outcomes BE THE CONNECTION. Your role as a physical therapy assistant (PTA) lets you be the connection between dedication to detail and patient outcomes that exceed expectations. Use your passion for rehabilitation to ensure that patients receive care that sets the standard as you treat patients with compassion and empathy. Enhance the impact of your abilities with national post-acute care leader Encompass Health. What Makes Encompass Health Careers Different—and Better: Working at Encompass Health means being part of something special: A team that is passionate about making an impact on patients’ lives each day. Unlike the typical hospital setting, Encompass Health offers you the unique opportunity to walk alongside patients on their road to recovery from stroke, spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, joint replacements, multiple trauma and cardiac/pulmonary conditions. As you help patients achieve goals and regain independence, you can form significant relationships with them and celebrate the successes they experience along the way. Our culture of compassion and collaboration is founded on more than just the care we provide our patients; it is expressed in the values we live. We encourage and empower each employee to keep learning and growing by providing the resources to deliver a better way to care. At Encompass Health, you’ll find something decidedly different and more satisfying: A career that is challenging, inspiring and rewarding. Maximize your talent and join a team that is committed to setting the standard for better healthcare with this engaging opportunity: PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT (PTA) (HOSPITAL/FACILITY NAME) (CITY/STATE) (SHIFT INFORMATION) (BONUS INFORMATION, IF APPLICABLE) Here is your opportunity to channel the full extent of your knowledge, skills, ambition, and experience on a daily basis. Inspire our patients to progress each day as you: • Provide physical therapy treatment and patient care according to hospital, state and federal regulations and professional guidelines. • Perform physical therapy treatment tasks as delegated by and supervised by physical therapists. • Maintain open and ongoing communication with hospital departments to ensure that patient, staff and hospital needs are met. Credentials: • Current state licensure or certification on or before the first day of employment required. • CPR certification preferred unless otherwise required by hospital policy. • Successful completion of an associate’s degree from an accredited physical therapy program preferred. • Demonstrated competence in physical therapy treatment. • Effective communication skills for working with patients, families, and caregivers required. Enjoy competitive compensation and benefits that start on day one, including: • Benefits that begin when you do. • Affordable medical, dental and vision plans provided to meet the needs of full and part-time employees and their families. • Generous paid time off that increases with tenure. • Tuition reimbursement and continuing education opportunities. • Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock-purchase plans. • Flexible spending and health savings accounts. About Us: Helping patients regain hope and independence, Encompass Health is a national leader in post-acute care. We operate rehabilitation hospitals and offer home health and hospice care in 36 states as well as Puerto Rico. Following the Encompass Way, we are driven by our core values: We proudly set the standard, lead with empathy, do what’s right, focus on the positive, and remain stronger together. Realize the powerful difference you can make. Take this opportunity to join our team. To learn more about us, please visit us online at encompasshealth.com Connect with us: https://www.facebook.com/EncompassCareers https://www.linkedin.com/company/encompasshealth/ https://twitter.com/encompasshlth https://www.glassdoor.com/Overview/Working-at-Encompass-Health-EI_IE1959649.11,27.htm Equal Opportunity Employer Address: 1504 S. W. 8th, Topeka 66606 Shift: Day Job Schedule: PRN / Pool / As Needed Job ID: 1927552

Join our in-house therapy team at The Healthcare Resort of Topeka, an exciting next generation healthcare model offering Assisted Living Residences, Rehab Suites, and concierge style service.  We are currently recruiting for a PRN Physical Therapist to help us treat our deserving patients.  Enjoy a fun work atmosphere, an amazing gym and state of the art equipment, a diverse patient population and the opportunity to create and implement the programs that will best serve the needs of your patients. In return for your clinical excellence and professional passion, we can offer you competitive pay and ongoing professional development opportunities.   The Healthcare Resort of Topeka receives support from Ensign Services who provides a wide range of clinical and operational assistance to over 200 independently owned healthcare operations located throughout the United States. Help us build something great and share in the Ensign experience with these in-house facility teams where our core values of ownership, passion for learning, loving one another, and celebration are evident every day. Be sure to ask us about facility specific specialty programs like Heart PARC, Abilities Care, Music & Memory, Alter G, Big & Loud, and opportunities for you to continue learning and receive focused program training to enhance your therapy career.   Duties:  Screen and/or evaluate patients within forty‑eight (48) hours of physician referral Develop effective treatment plans and obtain approval for services from referring physician Treat patients according to the physician treatment plan Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants and Aides in direct patient care and patient related activities, following state practice acts and adherence to facility Supervision Policy and Procedure Matrix Communicate with supervisor and other health team members regarding patient progress, problems and plans Participate in Patient Care Conferences, Utilization Review meetings and Rehabilitation Conferences Participate in in‑service training program for other staff in the facility Record evaluations, daily treatment notes, weekly progress notes, HCFA therapy cert/POC forms, per the facility’s policy and procedure Record treatment changes daily per policy and procedure Instruct patient's families or nursing staff in maintenance programs Participate in discharge planning Coordinates necessary durable medical equipment for patients to facilitate safety and independence in mobility; i.e., braces, walkers, canes, elevated toilet seats and grab bars Report any problems with department equipment so that it is maintained in good working order Comply with the Physical Therapy Practice Act in the state and the facility’s policy and procedures   Experience/Qualifications: Licensed Physical Therapist     Desired Skills:  Exhibits a sincere desire to help patients and residents in their rehabilitation process  Superior interpersonal communication skills  Strong writing skills required for documentation of the care you provide  Exhibits knowledge and understanding of therapy practice  Possesses and conveys high degree of credibility and integrity  Enjoys team cohesion, is a team player, has a positive attitude and a strong desire to make a constructive impact on organizational excellence  Understands and accepts the unpredictable nature and needs of the therapy function in a busy rehab department    We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Job Description More one-on-one time More success for patients and professionals BE THE CONNECTION. In your role as a physical therapist (PT), you’ll be the connection between the additional one-on-one time we enjoy with each patient and the progress they make. Following them throughout their stay, you’ll work with the latest technologies and experience unprecedented growth opportunities within your chosen field. Get to know your patients and help them reach their goals while pursuing some of your own, as part of national post-acute care leader Encompass Heath. What Makes Encompass Health Careers Different—and Better: Working at Encompass Health means being part of something special: A team that is passionate about making an impact on patients’ lives each day. Unlike the typical hospital setting, Encompass Health offers you the unique opportunity to walk alongside patients on their road to recovery from stroke, spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, joint replacements, multiple trauma and cardiac/pulmonary conditions. As you help patients achieve goals and regain independence, you can form significant relationships with them and celebrate the successes they experience along the way. Our culture of compassion and collaboration is founded on more than just the care we provide our patients; it is expressed in the values we live. We encourage and empower each employee to keep learning and growing by providing the resources to deliver a better way to care. At Encompass Health, you’ll find something decidedly different and more satisfying: A career that is challenging, inspiring and rewarding. Maximize your talent and join a team that is committed to setting the standard for better healthcare with this engaging opportunity: PHYSICAL THERAPIST (PT) Here is your opportunity to channel the full extent of your knowledge, skills, ambition, and experience on a daily basis. Inspire our patients to progress each day as you: • Provide physical therapy treatment and patient care according to hospital, state and federal regulations and professional guidelines. • Delegate tasks and supervise physical therapist assistants and technicians. • Maintain open and ongoing communication with hospital departments to ensure that patient, staff and hospital needs are met. • Help patients to regain control of their lives and their independence. • Create an environment and a culture that enables the hospital to fulfill its mission by providing patient safety and patient-centered treatment. Credentials: • Current state licensure or certification on or before the first day of employment required. • CPR certification preferred unless otherwise required by hospital policy. • Successful completion of a degree from an accredited bachelor’s or master’s program, plus sufficient experience in the field essential. • Demonstrated competence in physical therapy evaluation, assessment, care planning and treatment. • Effective communication skills for working with patients, families and caregivers required. Enjoy competitive compensation and benefits that start on day one, including: • Benefits that begin when you do. • Affordable medical, dental and vision plans provided to meet the needs of full and part-time employees and their families. • Generous paid time off that increases with tenure. • Tuition reimbursement and continuing education opportunities. • Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock-purchase plans. • Flexible spending and health savings accounts. About Us: Helping patients regain hope and independence, Encompass Health is a national leader in post-acute care. We operate rehabilitation hospitals and offer home health and hospice care in 36 states as well as Puerto Rico. Following the Encompass Way, we are driven by our core values: We proudly set the standard, lead with empathy, do what’s right, focus on the positive, and remain stronger together. Realize the powerful difference you can make. Take this opportunity to join our team. To learn more about us, please visit us online at encompasshealth.com Connect with us: https://www.facebook.com/EncompassCareers https://www.linkedin.com/company/encompasshealth/ https://twitter.com/encompasshlth https://www.glassdoor.com/Overview/Working-at-Encompass-Health-EI_IE1959649.11,27.htm Equal Opportunity Employer Address: 1504 S. W. 8th, Topeka 66606 Shift: Day Job Schedule: Full-time Job ID: 1926489

Job Description A stronger bond with patients A stronger chance of recovery BE THE CONNECTION. Your role as a speech pathologist (SLP) lets you be the connection between the compassionate care you provide and exceptional patient outcomes. Use your passion for rehabilitation to ensure that patients receive care that sets the standard while you lead with compassion and empathy. Enhance the impact of your abilities with national post-acute care leader Encompass Health. What Makes Encompass Health Careers Different—and Better: Working at Encompass Health means being part of something special: A team that is passionate about making an impact on patients’ lives each day. Unlike the typical hospital setting, Encompass Health offers you the unique opportunity to walk alongside patients on their road to recovery from stroke, spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, joint replacements, multiple trauma and cardiac/pulmonary conditions. As you help patients achieve goals and regain independence, you can form significant relationships with them and celebrate the successes they experience along the way. Our culture of compassion and collaboration is founded on more than just the care we provide our patients; it is expressed in the values we live. We encourage and empower each employee to keep learning and growing by providing the resources to deliver a better way to care. At Encompass Health, you’ll find something decidedly different and more satisfying: A career that is challenging, inspiring and rewarding. Maximize your talent and join a team that is committed to setting the standard for better healthcare with this engaging opportunity: SPEECH PATHOLOGIST (SLP) (HOSPITAL/FACILITY NAME) (CITY/STATE) (SHIFT INFORMATION) (BONUS INFORMATION, IF APPLICABLE) Here is your opportunity to channel the full extent of your knowledge, skills, ambition, and experience on a daily basis. Inspire our patients to progress each day as you: • Provide speech-language treatment and patient care according to hospital, state and federal regulations and professional guidelines. • Delegate tasks and supervise fellows, technicians and assistants. • Maintain open and ongoing communication with hospital departments to ensure that patient, staff and hospital needs are met. Credentials: • Current state licensure or certification on or before the first day of employment required. • CPR certification preferred unless otherwise required by hospital policy essential. • Successful completion of an accredited master’s degree program or an accredited bachelor’s degree program plus sufficient experience in the field a must. • Demonstrated competence in speech-language pathology evaluation, assessment, care planning and treatment required. • Effective communication skills for working with patients, families and caregivers required. Enjoy competitive compensation and benefits that start on day one, including: • Benefits that begin when you do. • Affordable medical, dental and vision plans provided to meet the needs of full and part-time employees and their families. • Generous paid time off that increases with tenure. • Tuition reimbursement and continuing education opportunities. • Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock-purchase plans. • Flexible spending and health savings accounts. About Us: Helping patients regain hope and independence, Encompass Health is a national leader in post-acute care. We operate rehabilitation hospitals and offer home health and hospice care in 36 states as well as Puerto Rico. Following the Encompass Way, we are driven by our core values: We proudly set the standard, lead with empathy, do what’s right, focus on the positive, and remain stronger together. Realize the powerful difference you can make. Take this opportunity to join our team. To learn more about us, please visit us online at encompasshealth.com Connect with us: https://www.facebook.com/EncompassCareers https://www.linkedin.com/company/encompasshealth/ https://twitter.com/encompasshlth https://www.glassdoor.com/Overview/Working-at-Encompass-Health-EI_IE1959649.11,27.htm Equal Opportunity Employer Address: 1504 S. W. 8th, Topeka 66606 Shift: Day Job Schedule: PRN / Pool / As Needed Job ID: 1923800