Physical Therapist

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

Job summary

Amberwell Health is seeking a qualified Physical Therapist to provide care to patients of all ages with impairments or disabilities. The role involves collaborating with health care professionals to complete evaluations, care plans, daily notes, and discharges in a timely manner for both inpatient and outpatient settings.

The position requires a Kansas license or eligibility, a degree in physical therapy, and current BLS certification, with a commitment to ongoing professional development and

Qualifications

• High School or GED required.
• 4-year/Bachelor's Degree required.
• Post Graduate Degree preferred.
• BLS certification required.
• Registered Physical Therapist with Kansas license or eligibility.
• Graduate of accredited Physical Therapy Program.
• Current valid driver's license and proof of insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provide health care services to patients of all ages with impairments or disabilities.
• Collaborate with health care professionals to complete evaluations, care plans, daily notes, and discharges.
• Provide care to inpatients and outpatients in a timely manner.

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 in related field

Post Graduate Degree

BLS

Licensed Physical Therapist with Kansas license or eligibility

Graduate of accredited Physical Therapy Program

Driver's license and proof of insurance

Job description

Position Summary

Provide 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 inpatient and outpatient.

Qualifications

• High School or GED
• 4-year/Bachelor's Degree
• Post Graduate Degree
• BLS
• Registered Physical Therapist with current Kansas License or eligibility
• Graduate of accredited Physical Therapy Program
• Current valid driver's license and current proof of insurance
• Complete continuing education as required by the state

Experience

• None

Skills

• Organizational
• Verbal
• Interpersonal
• Customer Relations
• Analytical
• Grammar/Spelling
• Read/Comprehend written instructions
• Follow verbal instructions
• Computer

Age of Patients Served

• Neonate/Infant (Birth-1 year)
• Child/PED (1-11 years)
• Adolescent (12-17 years)
• Adult (18-64 years)
• Geriatric (65+ years)

Mental and Emotional Requirements

• Manage stress appropriately
• Make decisions under pressure
• Manage anger/fear/hostility/violence of others appropriately
• Handle multiple priorities
• Work alone

Working Conditions

• Exposure to communicable diseases
• Exposure to blood and/or body fluids
• CRT (computer) monitor

Physical Requirements

• Medium work – Exert up to 50 lbs. force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs. constantly.
• Stand for 1 hour per day
• Sit for 6-7 hours per day
• Walk for 1-2 hours per day
• Perform repetitive tasks/motions
• Distinguish colors
• Hear alarms/telephone/tape recorder/normal speaking voice
• Have good manual dexterity
• Have good eye/hand/foot coordination
• Have clarity of vision: Mid (>20=-<20=)

Personal Protective Equipment

• Gloves
• Gown
• Mask
• Goggles/Face Shield
• Shoe Covers