Physical Therapist PT OCS Resident

Primary City/State:

Susanville, California

Department Name:

Physical Thrpy-Hosp

Work Shift:

Day

Job Category:

Clinical Care

Great careers start with great training. The people of Banner Health are focused on delivering excellent care to our patients. In return, we are committed to excellence in personal development for all our team members. Rural settings give our providers an opportunity to work with a wide range of patients, from inpatient and outpatient.  Learn more about what it means to be a Physical Therapist with a rural Banner Health Rehab team at https://vimeo.com/778589445/a33fd0953d

In partnership with Regis University, Banner Health is offering sponsorship for the Orthopedic Specialty Certification (OSC).Our Physical Therapy OSC Residency Program is tailored for dedicated therapists who are eager to enhance their clinical skills and provide the highest quality orthopedic care to their patients.

Residents will gain experience with a diverse range of patients while working full-time as part of our team in one of our rural facilities. Enjoy dedicated time for weekly one-on-one mentoring sessions with an orthopedic specialist, totaling over 150 hours.

For any questions, please reach out to Garrett.Thurman@bannerhealth.com.

We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, relocation package, 401k, a wellness program, career growth opportunities and more.

Please Note: Banner has reached an agreement to transition ownership of Banner Lassen Medical Center to an affiliate of Quorum Health, aligning with our commitment to positioning the hospital for long-term success through a trusted care partner with rural health care expertise.

Banner will continue to recruit as normal until the transition date. Quorum has indicated it will offer employment to all active employees who satisfy Quorum’s standard hiring criteria at the time of the transition.

Located in Susanville in northeast California, Banner Lassen Medical Center offers comprehensive care in a state-of-the-art facility to aid in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of illnesses. Our 25-bed medical center has a proud history of providing vital caring to the community since 1883. Though we are a small community hospital, we have invested in the latest medical equipment, including a 124-slice CT scanner, nuclear medicine, MRI, ultrasound, bone density and mammography. The hospital also offers infusion, respiratory therapy and cardiopulmonary services as well as laboratory services, inpatient and outpatient surgery and a 24-hour emergency department. Away from work, you'll find that our location at the foot of the scenic Sierra Nevada Mountains offers an unlimited variety of recreational activities, including fishing, camping, golfing, hiking and skiing.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position serves in a residency program which provides structured training to physical therapy residents or specialty certification enrollee to become a confident and competent specialty certified Clinical Physical Therapist. This position is responsible for the evaluation, planning, administration, and supervision of Physical Therapy treatment in accordance with physician referral, state and national organizational standards, regulatory agencies, and established departmental policies and procedures. This position demonstrates the clinical competence and knowledge necessary to provide treatment appropriate to the age of the patients served. Conducts and participates in educational activities, applies principles of performance improvement, and participates in facility and system committee(s) as appropriate. Must possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status, interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements and provide physical therapy care based on those needs. Adheres to local, state, and federal laws regarding the profession of physical therapy practice.

CORE FUNCTIONS

1. Evaluates patient's functional abilities and limitations. Determines if intervention is needed. Establishes a plan of care and treatment goals. Completes comprehensive evaluation within the established time frame set by the department. Identifies and prioritizes key limiting factors. Establishes treatment goals that are functional, measurable, patient related and reflects the key limiting factors. Collaborates with patient and family/caregiver when setting goals. Initiates discharge planning. Recommends additions to or modification