Physical Therapist

Grand Lake Health System; Grand Lake (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Grand Lake Health System is seeking a full-time Physical Therapist in Grand Lake, Colorado. The role involves evaluating, planning, and delivering patient care in acute, transitional, and inpatient rehab settings. Candidates should be flexible with scheduling and capable of maintaining comprehensive patient records.

A B.S. degree or approved certificate in Physical Therapy and licensure in Ohio are required. Previous experience is preferred but not mandatory.

Qualifications

• Full range of body motion including manual and finger dexterity.
• Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Flexibility in scheduling to meet department needs.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, plan, document, and deliver patient care in various settings.
• Maintain patient records and ensure quality patient care.
• Supervise and instruct Physical Therapy Assistants and technicians.

Education

B. S. degree or certificate of Physical Therapy from a program approved by the APTA

Licensed to practice professional Physical Therapy in the State of Ohio

Job description

Full-time, but open to a schedule of 24–36 hours per week over 3–5 days. Weekend rotation once per month (4-6 hours).

Duties and Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for the evaluation, planning, documentation, and delivery of care in the acute care, transitional care, and inpatient rehab settings, with possible work in other areas as appropriate and desired.
• Evaluates and treats patients in a manner that promotes quality patient care.
• Maintains appropriate records for patients including patient charges and timely progress notes.
• Supervises and instructs Physical Therapy Assistant and technicians in patient treatment provided in the Rehab Services.
• Demonstrates positive interpersonal relations in dealing with patients, patient's family, and visitors so they will perceive a positive rehabilitation experience.
• Demonstrates positive interpersonal relations in dealing with co-workers, physicians, and other members of the hospital staff as to promote efficient and to provide quality patient care.

Requirements

• Requires full range of body motion including manual and finger dexterity, eye hand coordination, standing and walking for extensive periods of time.
• Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 50 pounds and assists in patient transfers.
• Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
• Requires working under stressful conditions.
• Flexibility in scheduling to meet department needs.

Education/Certifications

• B. S. degree or certificate of Physical Therapy from a program approved by the APTA.
• Licensed to practice professional Physical Therapy in the State of Ohio.

Experience

• Previous experience is preferred, but not required.

Grand Lake Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. GLHS complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in all of our locations. In addition, Grand Lake Health System is an At-Will Employment employer.

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