PHYSICAL THERAPIST (51875)

La Paz Regional Hospital & Clinics; Parker (AZ); On-site; USD 58,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

La Paz Regional Hospital & Clinics, located in Parker, AZ, is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to join its rehabilitation team at the Main Hospital. This CAH emphasizes patient-centered care and professional development within a supportive work environment.

The role includes comprehensive evaluations, plan development, evidence-based interventions, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes and discharge planning.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an APTA-accredited Physical Therapy program or equivalent.
• Current Arizona Physical Therapist License or ability to obtain prior to employment.
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) Certification.
• Demonstrated clinical competence in PT evaluation and treatment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and staff.
• Proficiency with EHR and clinical software systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive PT evaluations and develop plans of care.
• Deliver evidence-based PT interventions and adjust plans as needed.
• Educate patients and families about treatment and progress.
• Complete timely documentation per regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and the rehab team.
• Supervise PTAs, technicians, and students when appropriate.

Skills

Clinical evaluation

Treatment planning

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation and EHR

Patient communication

Education

APTA-accredited PT program

Arizona PT License

BLS Certification

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Clinical software systems

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Main Hospital - Parker, AZ 85344, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $42.00 - $52.00 Hourly, Job Shift: Day, Join Our Team as a Physical Therapist

La Paz Regional Hospital & Clinics is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Physical Therapist to join our multidisciplinary rehabilitation team. As a Critical Access Hospital (CAH), we are committed to delivering exceptional patient-centered care to our community while providing an engaging and supportive work environment for our healthcare professionals.

Key Responsibilities

Patient Evaluation & Care Planning

• Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations.
• Assess functional abilities, limitations, and rehabilitation needs.
• Develop individualized plans of care and measurable treatment goals.
• Collaborate with patients, families, caregivers, and healthcare providers.
• Initiate discharge planning and recommend modifications to physician orders as appropriate.

Treatment Implementation

• Deliver evidence-based physical therapy interventions.
• Modify treatment plans based on patient progress and outcomes.
• Provide care that addresses physical, social, cultural, educational, and age-specific needs.
• Educate patients, families, and healthcare team members regarding treatment plans and progress.

Documentation & Compliance

• Complete timely and accurate documentation in accordance with regulatory and professional standards.
• Maintain comprehensive records demonstrating skilled interventions and patient progress.
• Reassess goals and update treatment plans as required.

Communication & Collaboration

• Communicate patient progress and treatment outcomes effectively with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers to optimize patient outcomes.
• Advocate for appropriate therapy interventions utilizing current evidence-based practices.

Leadership & Supervision

• Provide appropriate supervision and delegation of duties to Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs), Therapy Technicians, and students.
• Participate in orientation and training of new staff.
• Ensure delegated tasks are completed safely and effectively.

Department Operations

• Participate in department meetings and quality improvement initiatives.
• Maintain productivity standards and contribute to departmental success.
• Demonstrate flexibility with scheduling, caseload management, and staffing needs.

Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of an APTA-accredited Physical Therapy program or equivalent.
• Current Arizona Physical Therapist License or ability to obtain prior to employment.
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) Certification.
• Demonstrated clinical competence in physical therapy evaluation and treatment.
• Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, physicians, and healthcare staff.
• Proficiency or ability to become proficient with electronic health records and clinical software systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in hospital, outpatient, skilled nursing, or rural healthcare settings.
• Additional education, certifications, or specialized clinical training.
• Experience working with diverse patient populations across the lifespan.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, squat, reach, and stretch frequently.
• Ability to safely assist patients with transfers, ambulation, and mobility activities.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Adequate vision, hearing, dexterity, and motor coordination necessary for patient care.
• Ability to work in a direct patient care environment with potential exposure to blood and bodily fluids.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.