What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist - Acute Rehab Services position at Salem Health?
Location Site: Salem Hospital Main Campus
Department: SH Acute Rehab Services
Position Type: Part Time
Start Time: 8:00
Your Role and Team - Acute Care Therapy:
Come join our dynamic and collaborative acute care therapy team that works to empower patients and problem solve barriers to patient success! At Salem Health you get to work at the top of your license, evaluating and treating patients in a wide variety of specialty areas such as neuro-trauma, orthopedics, neurology, medical/surgical, intensive care and so much more. Be a part of our multiple centers of excellence providing evidence-based high-quality care for patients undergoing joint replacement surgery, spine surgery and stroke care.
At Salem Health you are afforded the opportunity to broaden your professional knowledge by working closely with other therapy providers, care management team, allied health specialists, physicians and advanced practice providers. Workdays are dynamic and fast-paced yet allow therapists flexibility within their day to see patients as they deem appropriate. We think work should be both challenging and rewarding and encourage staff to expand their knowledge with annual continuing education funds/paid days off, specialty certification reimbursement and ongoing mentorship opportunities. Staff also have opportunities to cross train within the rehab continuum in areas such as post-acute inpatient rehab. Therapy staff typically work a 4-day work week allowing for time to recharge and enjoy outside work interests.
Your Background and Experience:
- Clinical experience in the practice setting is strongly preferred.
- Bachelor's Degree - BS, MS or Doctorate in Physical Therapy Required.
- Graduate of a program approved by the Committee on Accreditation in Education of the American Physical Therapy Association.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) within 90 days of hire required.
- Must be a team player and have proven success applying team approach to obtain resolution to an issue.
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills, problem solving, decision making and organizational skills for working with the rehabilitation team and patients.
- An ability to prioritize and multi task while working in a high volume multidisciplinary setting.
- Demonstrates competency by implementing age, culturally sensitive, and developmentally appropriate treatment plans and by appropriate documentation.
- Holds a valid Physical Therapy license to practice in the state of Oregon or is license eligible. License must be active and verified prior to start date.
About Salem Health:
Pioneering healthcare since 1896, Salem Health is a top workplace offering highly competitive pay where you can make a difference in the lives of those in the community where you live. Through incorporation of Lean driven principles, staff are able effect change in the organization to solve problems, and drive continuous improvement. As an employer of choice, we are devoted to assuring that we provide a safe, healthy, and patient-centric workplace, while keeping staff wellbeing and satisfaction top of mind. We invite you to learn more about our wonderful community and working at Salem Health: There's something about Salem, Oregon! Video: Working at Salem Health
Total Rewards Offerings:
Salem Health's comprehensive benefits package prioritizes your mental and physical health, financial stability, family obligations and professional growth.
- Relocation assistance available for qualified positions
- Full comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
- Basic and voluntary life insurance
- Short and long-term disability
- Live Well Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 401(K) retirement plan with employer contributions.
- Generous paid time off (PTO) accrual and holiday pay
- Onsite fitness center with 24/7 badge access
- Education assistance program
- Public service loan forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer https://studentaid.gov/
- Food and drink discounts in the cafeteria.
- Impressive discounts offered by Nike, Adidas, Carhartt and others.
Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by law.
Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for applicants. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact my.recruiter@salemhealth.org
