Home Health Physical Therapist (Registry)

Benefis Health System; Great Falls (MT); On-site; USD 43,812 - 62,400; Full time

Job summary

Benefis Health System in Great Falls, Montana is seeking a Physical Therapist for home health services, delivering prescribed physical therapy in patients’ residences to restore function and mobility.

The role requires a valid state PT license, graduation from an accredited PT program, BLS, and, if applicable, Medicare-related qualifications. Two years of PT experience and a valid driver’s license are preferred.

Qualifications

• Current valid state Physical Therapy license.
• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy curriculum.
• For Medicare certified agencies: PT curriculum approved by APTA or related bodies; or equivalent.
• Two years of work experience as a Physical Therapist, or equivalent.
• BLS certification required.
• Valid state driver’s license and reliable automobile.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates plans and administers comprehensive physical therapy modalities/regimens to patients in their place of residence.
• Demonstrates ability to meet deadlines, stay accurate, and handle changing situations.
• Performs all job duties in compliance with licensing board requirements and Benefis Health System policies.

Skills

Home health care

Therapy modalities

Patient care

Physician communication

Education

Physical Therapy license

Accredited PT program

4-year PT degree

2 years PT experience

BLS certification

Driver's license

Job description

Benefis is one of Montana's largest and premier health systems, and we are committed to providing excellent care for all, healing body, mind, and spirit. At Benefis, we work hard to support our employees in every aspect of their careers by offering outstanding benefits and compensation, state-of-the-art facilities, and multiple growth opportunities. The only thing missing is you!

Evaluates plans and administers comprehensive physical therapy modalities/regimens to patients in their place of residence for the purpose of developing and restoring function through rehabilitative physical therapy as prescribed by a physician.

Demonstrates the ability to deal with pressure to meet deadlines, to be accurate, and to handle constantly changing situations. Demonstrates the ability to deal with a variety of people, deal with stressful situations, and handle conflict.

Will perform all job duties or job tasks as assigned. Will follow and adhere to all requirements, regulations and procedures of any licensing board or agency. Must comply with all Benefis Health System's organization policies and procedures.

Education/License/Experience Requirements:

• Current valid state Physical Therapy license
• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy curriculum/school
• For Medicare certified agencies: Graduate of a physical therapy curriculum approved by The American Physical Therapy Association, or The Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association, or The Council on Medical Education of the American Medical Association and the American Physical Therapy Association; or,
• Has graduated from a physical therapy curriculum in a four (4) year college or university approved by a State department of education; or Two (2) years of appropriate work experience as a Physical Therapist, and has achieved a satisfactory grade on a proficiency examination conducted, approved, or sponsored by the US Public Health Service except for those individuals initially licensed by a state or seeking qualification as a physical therapist after December 31, 1977; or Was licensed or registered prior to January 1, 1966, and prior to January 1, 1970 had 15 years of full-time physical therapy practice experience under the order and direction of attending or referring doctors of medicine or osteopathy; or,
• Two (2) years of work experience
• Prior home health experience preferred
• Current BLS certification
• Valid state driver’s license and reliable automobile

Exemption Wage

Non-Exempt

Starting Wage

$38.55/hourly

Actual offered wage is based on applicable experience