Physical Therapist

JOB SUMMARY

The Physical Therapist at St. Mary's Health System will be able to provide comprehensive physical therapy services to patients. They will be responsible for performing evaluative and therapeutic procedures under the order of a physician or other accepted healthcare providers while observing precautions, indications and contradictions. They will evaluate and treat patients per department protocols and establish therapeutic plan of care, including long and short term goals.

The Physical Therapy rehabilitation services at St. Mary's are provided in the outpatient and acute inpatient settings. Therapists partner with patients and other health care providers to provide PT services with a goal of maximizing patient's functional abilities and independence.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education:

• Bachelor's degree required
• Valid State of Maine Physical Therapist license required
• BLS certification required

Experience:

• 1-3 years previous Physical Therapist experience preferred
• Willing to consider new graduates

Other Skills Required:

• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills required
• Positive attitude
• Ability to work cooperatively as part of a team
• Must be adaptable in a fast-paced environment

Covenant Health System Values

ORGANIZATIONAL VALUES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

COMPASSION

We show respect, caring and sensitivity towards all, honoring the dignity of each person, especially the poor, vulnerable and suffering.

INTEGRITY

We promote justice and ethical behavior, and responsibly steward our human, financial and environmental resources.

COLLABORATION

We work in partnership, dialogue and shared purpose to create healthy communities.

EXCELLENCE

We deliver all services with the highest level of quality, while seeking creative innovation.

It is an expectation that all staff at Covenant Health will comply with and encourage others to adhere to all applicable laws, regulations and standards including but not limited to State licensing, HIPAA, DNV and the standards of conduct that are part of our corporate "Organizational Integrity" program.