Physical Therapist

Good Samaritan Society; Wahpeton (ND); On-site; USD 45,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health and Good Samaritan Society in Wahpeton, ND seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to diagnose and treat conditions limiting mobility, improve function, and alleviate pain. Flexibility and collaboration are essential as plans are developed with patients and staff.

Will require active state licensure, BLS certification, and a driver’s license if applicable. This role emphasizes compassionate care and ongoing documentation of progress. PRN schedule with day shifts in Wahpeton.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and compassionate care.
• Ability to assess and tailor therapy plans.
• Collaborative approach with patients and teams.
• BLS certification and license required in practice areas.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes and delivers PT programs to improve mobility and reduce pain.
• Documents patient information for evaluation.
• Educates patients and families on treatment plans and home exercises.
• Complies with departmental guidelines and regulatory requirements.
• Records progress and suggests necessary adjustments to therapy plans.
• Adheres to safety procedures in the therapy process.

Skills

Communication

Compassion

Clinical assessment

Education

Licensed Physical Therapist

State licensure

BLS certification

Job description

Careers With Purpose

As a not-for-profit organization, Sanford Health and Good Samaritan Society strive to give our patients, residents and their families the quality care and individualized service they deserve. Join a large, collaborative family of physical therapists and spend more one-on-one time with patients/residents and build lasting relationships today.

Facility: Wahpeton Clinic
Location: Wahpeton, ND
Address: 332 2nd Ave N, Wahpeton, ND 58075, USA
Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts
Job Schedule: PRN
Weekly Hours: Varies
Salary Range: $33.00 - $52.00

Job Summary

We’re seeking a strategic, communicative and compassionate physical therapist who will diagnose and treat individuals that have conditions that limit their ability to move and work to improve their quality of life by alleviating pain and improving their physical function. Our physical therapy treatment plans require flexibility, collaboration, out-of-the-box thinking, and problem solving to provide our patients/residents the best care that pushes them to the highest level of physical function. This may require you to lift and transfer your patient/resident as well as handle being on your feet every day.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes and delivers physical therapy programs that help patients/residents recover and improve their mobility, relieve pain, increase strength and prevent deformities


• Documents patient’s/resident’s information for evaluation


• Educates patients/residents and their family members about treatment plans/schedules and self-exercises to be continued at home


• Will demonstrate documentation in accordance with departmental guidelines and meet all regulatory requirements


• Analyzes and records the therapeutic progress of patients/residents; recommends necessary adjustments


• Follows guidelines, regulations, standards and safety procedures in the therapy process

Qualifications

Appropriate education level required in accordance with state licensure.

Must be licensed in the state(s) of practice as a Physical Therapist.

When applicable, may require valid driver's license.

Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications. Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care providers required or within the first 60 days of employment.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail] .

Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0240218
Job Function: Allied Health
Featured: No