Physical Therapist

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is seeking a Physical Therapist to join their team.

As a Physical Therapist, you will plan, organize, and deliver physical therapy programs to help clients/patients/residents recover and improve their mobility, relieve pain, increase strength, and prevent deformities.

Job Summary You will conduct examinations, evaluations, and interventions for clients/patients/residents affected by injury or disease.

Responsibilities

• Utilize tools and techniques to administer physical therapy interventions following safeguards.
• Document client's/patient's/resident's information for evaluation; establish therapeutic plans and modify them if necessary.
• Educate clients/patients/residents and their family members about treatment plans/schedules and self-exercises to be continued at home.
• Demonstrate and incorporate knowledge of current research into daily treatment of clients/patients/residents.
• Treat individuals of all ages with varying diagnoses and disorders.
• Follow and adhere to accepted clinical practice guidelines of professional organization.
• Exhibit flexibility with acceptance of variable work schedules/assignments.
• Participate in activities to promote the department, Good Samaritan Society, and Sanford Health.
• Interact with individuals outside of the department, including providers, case managers, third-party payers, public organizations, companies/contractual partners, etc.
• Supervise assistants, aides, and students as they provide client/patient/resident care, treatment, or other services.
• Provide ongoing education and training to peers in the area(s) of expertise as determined by the department leadership.

Requirements

• Appropriate education level required in accordance with state licensure.
• Must be licensed in the state(s) of practice as a Physical Therapist.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers required or within the first 60 days of employment.

Schedule

• Part-time, PRN as needed.
• Work schedule varies based on needs, typically 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM.
• Weekend coverage may be required.

Compensation

• Salary Range: $35.50 - $52.00 per hour.