Physical Therapist

Amberwell Health Hiawatha; Hiawatha (KS); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Amberwell Health Hiawatha is seeking a Licensed Physical Therapist to provide care to patients of all ages, with injuries or health changes, and to contribute to evaluations, treatment plans, and discharge summaries. The role emphasizes timely documentation, collaboration with physicians and other care team members, and adherence to KS licensing requirements.

A valid Kansas license and a degree from an accredited PT program are required.

Qualifications

• Registered Physical Therapist with Kansas license or eligibility.
• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Current valid driver's license and proof of insurance.

Responsibilities

• Interact with health care professionals to complete evaluations, care plans, daily notes, and discharges in a timely manner for all patients.
• Treat inpatients and outpatients.

Skills

Organizational

Verbal

Interpersonal

Customer relations

Analytical

Grammar/spelling

Read/Comprehend written instructions

Follow verbal instructions

Computer

Education

High School or GED

Bachelor's Degree

Post Graduate Degree

Kansas License

Job description

Position SummaryProvide health care services to individuals of all ages who have impairments, functional limitations, disabilities or changes in physical function and health status resulting from injury, disease, or other causes. Interacts with health care professionals in completing documentation, such as evaluations, care plans, daily notes, and discharges, in a timely manner for all patients. Treat inpatients and outpatients.EducationHigh School or GED4 year/Bachelors DegreePost Graduate DegreeBLSRegistered Physical Therapist with current Kansas License or eligibilityGraduate of accredited Physical Therapy ProgramCurrent valid driver's license and current proof of insuranceComplete continuing education as required by the stateExperienceNoneSkillsOrganizationalVerbalInterpersonalCustomer RelationsAnalyticalGrammar/SpellingRead/Comprehend written instructionsFollow verbal instructionsComputerAge of Patients ServedNeonate/Infant (Birth-1 year)Child/ PED (1-11 years)Adolescent (12-17 years)Adult (18-64 years)Geriatric (65+ years)Mental and Emotional RequirementsManage stress appropriatelyMake decisions under pressureManage anger/fear/hostility/violence of others appropriatelyHandle multiple prioritiesWork aloneWorking ConditionsExposure to communicable diseasesExposure to blood and/or body fluidsCRT (computer) monitorPhysical RequirementsMedium work- Exert up to 50 lbs. force occasionally. and/or up to 10 lbs. constantly.Stand for 1 hour per daySit for 6-7 hours per dayWalk for 1-2 hours per dayPerform repetitive tasks/motionsDistinguish colorsHear alarms/telephone/tape recorder/normal speaking voiceHave good manual dexterityHave good eye/hand/foot coordinationHave clarity of vision: Mid (>20=-<20=)Personal Protective EquipmentGlovesGownMaskGoggles/Face ShieldShoe Covers