Physical Therapist

Easterseals-Goodwill Northern Rocky Mountain; Great Falls (MT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Physical Therapist (PT) at Easterseals-Goodwill Northern Rocky Mountain conducts age- and diagnosis-specific assessments, develops a plan of care, and delivers treatment to restore mobility and function.

Therapies include exercise, manual techniques, and modalities; education for patient and caregivers; and coordination with the health team. Requirements include Montana PT licensure, temporary licensure options, and current BCLS.

Qualifications

• Montana PT licensure required.
• Temporary licensure as allowed by State Practice Act.
• Current BCLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform age- and diagnosis-specific assessments and develop a plan of care.
• Initiate, perform, and manage treatment to improve mobility and function; monitor response to treatment.
• Educate patients, residents, or caregivers about the treatment program and prevention of injuries; coordinate with other health team members.

Education

Master's degree

DPT/BA in Physical Therapy

Job description

The Physical Therapist (PT) is responsible for performing an age and diagnosis specific assessment designed to gather data relevant to the patient’s/residents/client’s individual needs. This includes the evaluation and assessment of cognitive, sensory, neuromuscular, physiological, psychosocial, and functional status. The PT develops a plan of care, initiates, performs, and manages treatment as indicated, assesses response to treatment, and assists with discharge planning. The PT utilizes exercise, soft tissue mobilization, joint manipulation, manual therapy techniques, equipment, and physical and electrical modalities to improve strength, balance, coordination, and range of motions, and to decrease pain to restore mobility and function. The PT provides education related to the treatment program, disease process, and prevention of further injuries to the patient/resident/client and family/caregiver and other members of the health care team. The PT delegates as necessary aspects of care to the PTA or Rehabilitation aide based on their job descriptions.

Requirements

• Physical Therapy Licensure, in Montana.
• Temporary licensure as governed by the State Practice Act.
• Current BCLS certification.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to move independently or with reasonable accommodation within the facility and community.
• Applicant must be physically and mentally able to perform all requirements of the job.
• All positions require the completion of a background check. Acknowledging or having criminal convictions does not constitute an automatic bar to employment.

Experience

• 3-5 years experience
• Master's degree
• Graduate of an approved school of Physical Therapy or graduate of accredited college or university with a DPT, Master’s degree, or BA degree in Physical. Therapy or certification in Physical Therapy.
• Prior experience in Home Health preferred

Easterseals-Goodwill (ESGW) is an equal-opportunity employer and encourages all qualified applicants to apply. We are committed to maintaining a recruitment process that is fair and accessible to everyone.

Our goal is to foster a workplace that values diverse perspectives and creates an environment where individuals from various backgrounds feel respected and supported.

We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status, in accordance with applicable laws.

If you need assistance or accommodation during the application process, please inform us, and we will do our best to provide appropriate support.