What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist - Inpatient position at Asante?
Physical Therapist - Inpatient
Additional Position Details: FTE: 1.000000 | Full Time | Primarily Mon - Fri / 8AM - 5PM
Wage is based on qualifications and years of relevant experience.
The Physical Therapist provides physical therapy services to a wide variety of patients and works closely with others on the rehabilitation team and in other departments with the goal of providing patients and clients with quality, cost-effective services aimed at optimizing independent function. Also provides weekend and holiday work as assigned. Hours of work may vary according to patient care needs. Individuals may be assigned permanently, temporarily, or simultaneously to more than one worksite where specific job requirements are described. For this reason, therapists are expected to be generalists able to provide at least basic assessment to all referred patients
We are looking for individuals who thrive in a positive, team-oriented work environment, and who want to practice their craft in a supportive, development-oriented workplace - and who are comfortable working in intensive care, general medical and surgical units. Therapists must be flexible as to assignments and weekend rotations and may be asked to cover other worksites.
QualificationsEducation
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent is required
Experience
- None required outside of licensure
Licensure/Certifications
- PT: Physical Therapist licensed by the Oregon Physical Therapist Licensing Board, or PT-CP: Physical Therapist Compact Privilege (PTCP) required upon start.
- OR - a temporary PT license issued by the Oregon Board of Physical Therapy (PT-Temp) will be accepted for new hires awaiting permanent license. Permanent license must be obtained within 90 days.
- BLS: Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider certified through the American Heart Association (AHA) required upon start.
- Competitive starting wage
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and wellness
- Excellent retirement package with up to 6% employer contribution
- Generous Earned Time Off
- Tuition reimbursement after one year of service
Asante is more than a great hospital system in an amazing location. We are a community of passionate providers and service-focused caregivers who collaborate to deliver amazing patient outcomes; a place where titles don't matter as much as your creativity, drive, and passion. Our culture, values and people create an environment of sustained medical excellence.
More About Asante and Southern OregonAsante is a local, community owned and governed, not-for-profit organization that provides comprehensive health care services to more than 550,000 people in a nine-county area of Southern Oregon and Northern California. It includes Asante Ashland Community Hospital in Ashland, Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center in Medford, Asante Three Rivers Medical Center in Grants Pass, Asante Physician Partners throughout the Rogue Valley, and additional health care partnerships. Virtually all medical specialties and services are represented within an organization dedicated to providing exceptional care. With over 5,000 employees, Asante's entities offer outstanding opportunities for career advancement and professional growth. At Asante your work positively impacts your family, friends, neighbors and the community. Experience the difference in how you work, how you live and how you connect.
At Asante we are defined by our values - traits that guide us as we serve patients and the community:
Excellence - Respect - Honesty - Service - Teamwork
Asante is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to employ and advance in employment women, minorities, qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.
