Physical Therapist

Job Title: Physical Therapist

The ideal candidate will be responsible for the daily coordination and delivery of physical therapy services implementing specific treatment programs for individual patients and patient groups according to the principles and practices of physical therapy and established objectives of the department.

Key Responsibilities:

• Evaluate assigned patients, gathering data from various sources such as patient records, interviews, observation, and team members.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment programs for patients needing services. Review plan of care with patient and instruct patient, family, caregivers in home program or exercise as appropriate.
• Use selected activities and/or tasks to promote and maintain health, and to achieve treatment goals, establish and modify intervention and strategies for patients' treatment program based on ongoing evaluation.
• Provide direct therapy services to patients using various functional settings and strategies, plans therapy within the patient's individual physical, emotional, and intellectual capabilities as indicated and coordinated with the rehabilitation, medical, and nursing care plans.
• Prepare documentation as required by the profession and the department, such as evaluation results, individualized treatment plans, progress notes, and other such reports.
• Communicate effectively with the patient, family, physician, and other disciplinary team members regarding the patient's status, progress, and needs. Attend care conferences when applicable.
• Establish rapport and work cooperatively with interdisciplinary team members (including family/physician) throughout the patient's intervention program.
• Enhance professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings, workshops, etc.
• Oversee physical therapy assistants, techs, and students in an efficient and effective manner that ensures safe patient care and smooth departmental operation.

Requirements:

• Physical Therapist - Licensing Board: An active license in the state of practice Upon Hire.
• Licensed physical therapist preferred.

Expectations and Standards:

• Commitment to the daily application of Avera's mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.
• Promote Avera's values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.
• Uphold Avera's standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating workflow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.
• Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.

Benefits:

• PTO front-loaded for eligible hires.
• Free health insurance options, for full-time single coverage on Avera High Deductible Health Plan.
• Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement.
• Career development guided by hands-on training and mentorship.

Salary : $37 - $56