Physical Therapist - Acute Care (Casual) - Fargo

Essentia Health; Fargo (ND); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PSLF eligibility

Continuing education budget

Licensure reimbursement

Job summary

Essentia Health in Fargo, ND is seeking a Physical Therapist to evaluate, plan, treat, and implement care for patients in alignment with APTA standards and Essentia Health policies. The role includes a weekend rotation every 4 weeks and serves as casual coverage for PTO and leaves.

The position requires a PT degree and state licensure, with opportunities to coordinate with physicians and leadership to ensure cohesive patient care and positive outcomes.

Qualifications

• Licensed or eligible for licensure in the state where services are performed.
• Graduate degree from a physical therapy program.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy evaluation, develop individualized treatment plans, and discharge planning for a full patient caseload.
• Perform ancillary/administrative duties including documentation, billing, and scheduling management.
• Supervise support staff and collaborate with a multidisciplinary care team.

Education

Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, or Doctorate Degrees from a physical therapy accredited program

Job description

Job Description:

Evaluates, plans, treats and implements care for patients in accordance with professional standards of the American Physical Therapy Association and policies and procedures of Essentia Health.

This role includes a weekend rotation once every 4 weeks (minimum). This is a casual position intended to provide coverage for open shifts due to PTO, leaves of absence, and other staffing needs.

Education Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, or Doctorate Degrees from a physical therapy accredited program

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide therapy evaluation, develop individualized treatment plans, implement evidence-based interventions, provide patient/caregiver education, and discharge planning for a full patient caseload.


• Provide all ancillary/administrative requirements for a full caseload of patients, including documentation, billing, scheduling management, and other administrative duties


• Demonstrates appropriate communication, professionalism and supervision of support staff (licensed assistants, aides, volunteers)


• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary care team to ensure optimal clinical and financial outcomes.


• Work closely with Essentia Health leadership and coordinate with referring physicians to ensure cohesive patient care.


• Compliance with organizational policies and procedures and the code of conduct


• Meet professional organization core values, code of ethics, &/or scope of practice


• Work where the patient need is highest (including flexing to other departments) when home department schedule allows


• May serve as a clinical instructor, participate in department or therapy discipline committees, and complete credential/certification that would benefit patient care

Inpatient Acute Care:

• Coordinate and deliver durable medical equipment to patients.


• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support smooth transitions of care.


• Ideal candidates will demonstrate flexibility, adaptability, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

• Current license in the state performing services.

Organizational Highlights:

• Our mission and values are patient-centered, emphasizing the delivery of quality care


• An annual continuing education budget is provided to support therapists in advancing their education and clinical skills*


• Reimbursement for licensure expenses*


• A rehabilitation career ladder is in place to reward high-performing therapists*


• Leadership opportunities including staff education, committee participation, and staff onboarding and mentorship.


• Employment at Essentia Health qualifies you for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Please refer to the U.S. Department of Education’s website for the most current information regarding PSLF


• * Must meet minimum FTE requirements