Physical Therapist - Acute Care

Mckenzie-Willamette-Medical-Center-1; Springfield (OR); On-site; USD 91,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

McKenzie-Willamette Medical Center in Oregon seeks a Physical Therapist for acute care, with 10-hour day shifts and a collaborative rehab team.

You will treat a wide variety of diagnoses, develop patient-centered treatment plans, and monitor progress toward independence, guided by licensure and BLS requirements.

Qualifications

• Active licensure in Oregon as a Physical Therapist.
• Current BLS certification required.
• Ability to develop treatment strategies using evaluative skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide treatment to patients in acute care with 10-hour shifts.
• Collaborate with rehabilitation team to maximize patient independence.
• Document progress and prepare patient reports.

Skills

Treatment planning

Progress monitoring

Written and verbal communication

Team collaboration

Flexibility

Education

Oregon PT license

BLS certification

Job description

Description

Physical Therapist - Acute Care

McKenzie-Willamette Medical Center is your community medical provider, serving the Willamette Valley and its residents. Our 113-bed hospital offers inpatient, outpatient, diagnostic, medical, surgical and emergency care. We are a family of caregivers offering care to our larger family - our community.

• Hourly Base Rate: $43.53 - $55.40
• Shifts: 10/hr Days
• SEIU Local 49 represented position
• Date Posted: 10/12/2026

Job Summary:

• Provide treatment to patients with a wide variety of diagnoses and disabilities, taking into account individual patient special physical or age-related needs. This position requires skills in patient treatment and professional consultations to achieve maximum patient/client independence in accordance with individual's functional level and potential. This position is exclusively in acute care with 10 hour shifts.

Educational/Licensing:

• Current licensure in the State of Oregon as a Physical Therapist.
• Current BLS certification required.

Qualifications:

• Ability to develop treatment strategies based upon sound evaluative skills to provide the greatest therapeutic benefit for each patient.
• Implement program, monitor patient progress carefully, adjust treatment as needed to assist patients to achieve their greatest potential.
• High degree of written and verbal ability to instruct patients and prepare reports.
• Flexibility to handle variety of duties which may be interrupted and changed by immediate circumstances.
• Ability to work with others as an integral part of the rehabilitation team.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement.
• Supportive work environment with a collaborative team.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Paid time off and flexible scheduling options.

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