Physical Therapist

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is seeking a Physical Therapist to join our Pediatric team. This as-needed position offers the opportunity to work alongside a collaborative and passionate group focused on providing excellent pediatric care.

The successful candidate will plan, organize, and deliver physical therapy programs to help patients recover and improve their mobility, relieve pain, increase strength, and prevent deformities. Responsibilities include:

• Conducting examinations, evaluations, and interventions for patients affected by injury or disease
• Utilizing tools and techniques to administer physical therapy interventions following safeguards
• Documenting patient information for evaluation and establishing therapeutic plans
• Educating patients and their family members about treatment plans and self-exercises
• Demonstrating knowledge of current research into daily treatment of patients
• Treating individuals of all ages with varying diagnoses and disorders
• Following and adhering to accepted clinical practice guidelines of professional organizations
• Exhibiting flexibility with acceptance of variable work schedules and assignments
• Participating in activities to promote the department and Sanford Health
• Supervising assistants, aides, and students as needed
• Providing ongoing education and training to peers

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