Physical Therapist

Kootenai Health; Coeur d'Alene (ID); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental & Vision insurance

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan with employer matching

Wellness program

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

Kootenai Health in Coeur d'Alene, ID, is hiring a licensed Physical Therapist to evaluate referred patients and craft treatment plans. You will work with medical staff, case managers, social work, and adjusters to coordinate care.

The role may involve supervising PT assistants, performing a variety of tasks, and maintaining age-appropriate care with reliable attendance. Idaho license required, graduate of an accredited PT program.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a nationally accredited school of physical therapy is required.
• Current Idaho Physical Therapy License is required.

Responsibilities

• Provides therapy services defined in treatment plans
• Work cooperatively with medical staff, case managers, social work and adjusters
• May supervise physical therapy assistants and aides
• Performs a variety of tasks
• A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required
• Reports to a manager
• Performs other related duties as assigned
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function
• Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned

Skills

Team collaboration

Supervising assistants

Clinical evaluation

Education

Graduate of a nationally accredited school of physical therapy

Job description

Position Summary

Responsible for evaluating/assessing the needs of referred patients and formulating treatment plans.

Responsibilities

• Provides therapy services defined in treatment plans
• Work cooperatively with medical staff, case managers, social work and adjusters
• May supervise physical therapy assistants and aides
• Performs a variety of tasks
• A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required
• Reports to a manager
• Performs other related duties as assigned
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function
• Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned

Requirements and Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of a nationally accredited school of physical therapy required
• Current Idaho Physical Therapy License required

Working Conditions

• Must be able to lift and move up to 50 lbs
• Must be able to maintain a standing and/or sitting position
• Typical equipment used in a clinical job

About Kootenai Health

Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed healthcare organization serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions, including being a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet™ Status for Nursing Excellence. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as an employer and a healthcare provider.

As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:

• Comprehensive medical coverage, including fully employer‑paid options for eligible full‑time employees, plus affordable plans for part‑time staff.Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.
• Dental, vision, life, and pet insurance, with telemedicine and wellbeing resources available to all employees
• Tuition assistance after 90 days to support your professional growth
• Retirement plans with pre‑tax and Roth options and employer matching from 3%–6%
• Competitive pay, plus night, weekend, and PRN shift differentials
• Award‑winning wellness program with coaching, financial wellness resources, and free or discounted access to fitness centers and premium wellbeing apps
• PerkSpot discountsproviding access to thousands of exclusive deals in over 25 categories
• And an employee referral bonus program

Kootenai Health provides exceptional support for extraordinary careers. If you want to work on a high-quality, person-centered healthcare team, we can't wait to meet you!

Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex. Kootenai Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.

Why I love my job in Occupational Therapy at Kootenai Health

A variety of medical, dental, and vision insurance plans are available to both full and part-time employees, with some available at no cost to the employee. In addition, benefit-eligible employees also gain access to the following:

• Tuition assistance and career development programs
• Robust Retirement Plan
• Night, weekend and PRN shift differentials
• Employee referral bonus program

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