Physical Therapist - Outpatient Orthopedic

Requirements

• Required : Must have one year experience with therapy procedures, current orthopedic and neurological follow-up procedures, and rehabilitation practices.
• Preferred : Previous physical therapy experience in hospital-based setting.
• PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:
• Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required to perform the job safely.
• ADDITIONAL POSITION INFORMATION:
• Preferred Certifications
• American Physical Therapy Association:
• Geriatric Clinical Specialist (GCS)
• Pediatric Clinical Specialist (PCS)
• Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS)
• Oncology Clinical Specialist
• Neurologic Clinical Specialist (NCS)
• Hand Therapy Certification Commission: Certified Hand Therapist (CHT).
• NAIOMT: Certified Orthopedic Musculoskeletal Therapist (COMP/CMPT).
• Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America: Assistive Technology Professional Certification (ATP) . Seating and Mobility Specialist (SMS).
• International Loving Touch Foundation: Certified Infant Massage Instructor Certifi

Benefits

Additional Information

Full-Time, Days Outpatient Orthopedic Pay range: $44.01 - $66.02 ST. CHARLES HEALTH SYSTEM JOB DESCRIPTION TITLE: Physical Therapist REPORTS TO POSITION: Rehabilitation Supervisor or Manager DEPARTMENT: Rehabilitation DATE LAST REVIEWED: August 2024 OUR VISION: Creating America's healthiest community, together OUR MISSION: In the spirit of love and compassion, better health, better care, better value OUR VALUES: Accountability, Caring and Teamwork DEPARTMENTAL SUMMARY The Rehabilitation Department provides therapy and nursing services to patients, families and patient's caregivers including: Rehabilitation Nursing Care, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy and Speech Language Pathology. Our department operates as a system department and provides services to Acute Care, Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility and Outpatient settings across four campuses. Our Rehabilitation departments offer a variety of specialty services across the various services delivery areas. POSITION OVERVIEW: The Physical Therapist evaluates, plans, and provides treatment and rehabilitation as prescribed by a referring physician. Works with family and team members regarding patient's abilities and goals. This position does not directly manage any other caregivers. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES: Adheres to Oregon State Physical Therapy Licensing Board. Provides physical therapy evaluation and treatment to achieve desired outcomes. Provides staff consultation and training. Provides community resource knowledge and referral services. Provides physical therapy services to other hospital service areas. May be required to drive Rehabilitation van and meet all related SCHS vehicle policy requirements. Functions as a member of the Interdisciplinary Care Team to assure patient care is accomplished effectively and efficiently in a cost effective manner. Participates in clinical care conferencing. Gathers data and accurately documents information in a timely manner demonstrating compliance with departmental and professional regulations. Participates with team members in facilitating patient's and family's learning throughout continuum of care. Reinforces patient's continued health care through teaching and/or referral to community agency follow-up. Supports the vision, mission and values of the organization in all respects. Supports Lean principles of continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm, functioning as a champion of change. Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients and guests. Conducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality. Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures, supporting the organization's corporate integrity efforts by acting in an ethical and appropriate manner, reporting known or suspected violation of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all organizational investigations and proceedings. Delivers customer service and/or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient and accurate. May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the organization, as required or assigned. EDUCATION: Required : Bachelors, Masters, or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from a college or university accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association. Preferred : N/A LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION: Required : Must have necessary requisites for licensure as a Physical Therapist by the Oregon State Board of Health. Valid Oregon driver's license and ability to meet St. Charles Health System driving requirements. Ability to travel to business functions/trainings/meetings and all St. Charles Health System worksites. Current AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider certification. Preferred : Preferably a member in good standing of the American Physical Therapy Association. See additional position information for preferred certification list.

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