Fridley, MN - Full Time - Physical Therapist

Physical Therapist - Full Time - Fridley, MN

Hours: Full Time, Flexible

Days: Monday through Fridays

Position Summary:

The Physical Therapist will be responsible for providing outpatient physical therapy services for Odom Rehab in an ethical and professional manner. Physical Therapy services for Odom Rehab will be provided in accordance with each specific state guidelines. 

The employee shall also perform (i) such other duties as are customarily performed by an employee in a similar position, and (ii) such other and unrelated services and duties as may be assigned to the employee from time to time by Odom Rehab. 

Responsibilities:

Provide physical therapy services

• Evaluate and treat patients in accordance with state guidelines, identifying root causes of dysfunction that directly translates to impairments in daily function.
• Establish appropriate POC (Plans of Care) for the patients outlining the path to achieve the patient’s goals; reassess periodically to keep goals relevant.
• Oversee the treatment provided by the PTA based on established POC.
• Deliver treatment to patients including manual therapy, educating and performing therapeutic exercises, training of proper techniques for movements and body mechanics, developing balance systems, and addressing pain to reach goals.
• Educate patients on best ways to self-manage conditions; and educate family on best ways to help the patient.
• Update POC as necessary for the patient's care.
• Assess appropriate adaptive equipment, including canes, walkers, orthotics, etc.
• Develop a discharge plan for patients once completing their physical therapy.
• Document patients’ treatment daily based on established and accepted practice guidelines. 
• Submit appropriate charges daily for Physical Therapy services provided that date. 
• Communicate on a regular basis with the physician and medical staff regarding patients’ status or change in status. 
• Assist in developing and updating ODOM REHAB treatment protocols on an as needed basis. 
• Actively participate in ODOM REHAB staff meetings.
• Track and complete Continuing Education Credits and renewal steps necessary to keep current on Physical Therapy  licensure.
• Maintain an active Physical Therapy license.

Core Responsibilities for All OHW Employees:

1. Actively promote and uphold OHW’s Mission:

• Our mission at Odom Health & Wellness is to treat the whole person with the knowledge that we are all created to move.
• At Odom Rehab, we strive to be the best at empowering our community towards independent and healthy living.

2. Consistently demonstrate Odom’s Core Values:

a. Servant Heart. We care about people. We listen, offer help, and are trustworthy.

b. Exceptional Quality. Our work is second-to-none. We strive to make each of our roles,

our programs, and our treatments high caliber.

c. People First. We promote teamwork and our focus is on lifting up, encouraging, and spurring on others.

d. Continuous Improvement. As a company and as individuals we seek to improve

ourselves and our skills, as well as improving the lives of others.

e. Empathy & Integrity. We take the time to focus on others and listen to them. We are honest in our work and business dealings.

3. Comply with all of OHW’s policies, procedures, and applicable regulations. Comply with all HIPPA regulations and requirements. Treat all client information as confidential. Utilize protected health information (PHI) on a minimum necessary basis.

4. Understand and comply with OHW’s Employee Handbook.