Physical Therapist - Acute Care (0.6 FLEX) - Fargo
Essentia HealthAbout the role
Building Location:
32nd Avenue BuildingDepartment:
3013800 PHYSICAL THERAPY - 32ND HOSPJob Description:
Evaluates, plans, treats and implements care for patients in accordance with professional standards of the American Physical Therapy Association and policies and procedures of Essentia Health.Education Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, or Doctorate Degrees from a physical therapy accredited program
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide therapy evaluation, develop individualized treatment plans, implement evidence-based interventions, provide patient/caregiver education, and discharge planning for a full patient caseload.
- Provide all ancillary/administrative requirements for a full caseload of patients, including documentation, billing, scheduling management, and other administrative duties
- Demonstrates appropriate communication, professionalism and supervision of support staff (licensed assistants, aides, volunteers)
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary care team to ensure optimal clinical and financial outcomes.
- Work closely with Essentia Health leadership and coordinate with referring physicians to ensure cohesive patient care.
- Comply with organizational policies and procedures and the code of conduct
- Meet professional organization core values, code of ethics, &/or scope of practice
- Work where the patient need is highest (including flexing to other departments) when home department schedule allows
- May serve as a clinical instructor, participate in department or therapy discipline committees, and complete credential/certification that would benefit patient care
Inpatient Acute Care:
- Coordinate and deliver durable medical equipment to patients.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support smooth transitions of care.
- Ideal candidates will demonstrate flexibility, adaptability, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
This role will be three weekday shifts from 8:00am - 4:30pm. Can flex and pick up additional shifts. One weekend every three weeks, and Holiday rotation is required.
Licensure/Certification Qualifications:
- Current license in the state performing services
Organizational Highlights:
Our mission and values are patient-centered, emphasizing the delivery of quality care
An annual continuing education budget is provided to support therapists in advancing their education and clinical skills*
Reimbursement for licensure expenses*
A rehabilitation career ladder is in place to reward high-performing therapists*
Leadership opportunities including staff education, committee participation, and staff onboarding and mentorship.
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