Physical Therapist

Lower Umpqua Hospital; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Lower Umpqua Hospital is seeking a Physical Therapist to provide PT services in acute care, clinical, and pool settings. The role requires an Oregon PT license and BLS, with direct patient care, assessments, and care planning performed in person.

The position supports a rehabilitation department, with emphasis on teamwork, adherence to codes of ethics, and ongoing education to maintain licensure and quality care.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited school with degree in Physical Therapy.
• License in good standing as a Physical Therapist in the State of Oregon.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Must be able to perform physical demands of the job and be a team player.

Responsibilities

• Provide Physical Therapy services per state standards and practice act in Acute Care, clinical, and pool settings.
• Screen patients for Physical Therapy needs.
• Complete initial evaluations and perform additional assessments per plan of care.
• Develop and revise plans of care and provide direct patient care using appropriate modalities.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Clinical assessment

Adaptability

Education

PT degree (DPT)

Job description

Physical Therapist

Location: 600 RANCH RD, Reedsport, OR, 97467-1795, United States

Employee Type: Non-Exempt

Job Type: Full-Time

Department: Rehabilitation

Facility: Hospital

Work Location: In person

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Job Summary

Provide Physical Therapy services per state standards and practice act as directed by LUH. Duties to be performed in Acute Care, clinical, and pool settings.

Essential Duties

• Adhere to the Code of Ethics as outlined by the APTA.
• Maintain proficiency within the profession by keeping up with continuing education and license.
• Screens patients for Physical Therapy needs.
• Completes initial Physical Therapy evaluation and performs further assessments and testing as needed per plan of care.
• Develops plan of care and performs direct patient care using proper modalities and procedures according to treatment plan.
• Provide regular assessment and revision of the patient’s progress toward goal areas.
• Maintain records that accurately reflect patient care and progress to include: evaluations, progress reports, and discharge summaries per regulatory standards.
• Advises, consults, and teaches patient and family members as well as caregivers as indicated.
• Provide supervision for PTA’s and rehabilitation aides per state practice act and standards of care.
• Maintain contact with physician regarding physical therapy plan of care and progress as needed.
• Attends care conferences and interdisciplinary group meetings as requested.
• Participate in Quality Assurance activities as requested.
• Participate in quarterly records review as requested.
• Comply with hospital policies and procedures.
• Answer phones.
• Scheduling patients.
• Assist in ordering of linen and supplies.
• Cleaning of treatment rooms.
• Assist other healthcare members - maintaining proper in-services for LUH staff.
• Provide clinical supervision of PT and PTA students and volunteers.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualification Requirements

Education and License

• Graduate from an accredited school with degree in Physical Therapy.
• License in good standing as a Physical Therapist in the State of Oregon.

Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS).

Experience

Additional Qualifications

• Must be able to perform physical demands of job duties.
• Good people skills and be a team player.
• Good skills in written and oral communications.
• Must be adaptable to changing work environments.

Work Environment

Works indoors in an air-conditioned gym/office environment.

Physical Demands

Frequent use of computer and phone, and other standard office machines. Must be able to stand, sit, stoop, twist, kneel, reach, push, pull using proper body mechanics and move/lift varying amounts of weight to a maximum of 60 lbs.

This is a Full-Time position that is eligible for benefits.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location

In person