Description
Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is seeking a Physical Therapist to join our fast-paced outpatient team in a supportive, rural setting.
The successful candidate will collaborate closely with Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, and Speech-Language Pathologists, treating a wide variety of diagnoses, and practicing both independently and as part of a strong team.
Job Summary: Plans, organizes and delivers physical therapy programs that help clients/patients/residents recover and improve their mobility, relieve pain, increase strength and prevent deformities. Conducts examinations, evaluations, and interventions for clients/patients/residents who are affected by injury or disease.
Key Responsibilities:
- Utilizes tools and techniques to administer physical therapy interventions following safeguards
- Documents client's/patient's/resident's information for evaluation; establishes therapeutic plans and modifies them if necessary
- Educates clients/patients/residents and their family members about treatment plans/schedules and self-exercises to be continued at home
- Demonstrates level of treatment associated with their specialty provided to their clients/patients/residents
- Follows and adheres to accepted clinical practice guidelines of professional organization
- Exhibits flexibility with acceptance of variable work schedules/assignments
- Participates in activities to promote the department, Good Samaritan Society and Sanford Health
- May be asked to supervise assistants, aides, and students as they provide client/patient/resident care, treatment, or other services
- Performs other related duties as requested by manager
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 health care providers required or within the first 60 days of employment
Benefits:
- Competitive salary range: $40.00 - $57.00 per hour
- Sign-on bonus: $20,000 with a commitment