What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist Position position at Avera Health?
Job Summary:
Avera Health seeks a skilled Physical Therapist to join our team. As a Physical Therapist at Avera Queen of Peace Hospital, you will evaluate patients and develop individualized treatment programs to improve their health. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to coordinate care, communicate patient progress, and oversee physical therapy assistants and students.
Key Responsibilities:
- Evaluate assigned patients, gathering data from various sources.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for patients needing services.
- Provide direct therapy services to patients using various functional settings and strategies.
- Prepare documentation as required by the profession and the department.
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, physicians, and other disciplinary team members regarding patient status, progress, and needs.
Qualifications:
To be successful in this role, you must have a strong foundation in physical therapy principles and practices. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Required Qualifications:
- Active license in the state of practice as a Physical Therapist.
What We Offer:
Avera Health is committed to providing a supportive and collaborative work environment that fosters professional growth and development. We offer a range of benefits to qualifying part-time and full-time employees, including PTO front-loaded for eligible hires, free health insurance options, and up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement.
