Physical Therapist - Devils Lake

Altru Health; Devils Lake (ND); On-site; USD 51,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign on Bonus

Job summary

Altru Health in Devils Lake, ND is seeking a Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat patients within an interdisciplinary team. You will plan, organize, and prioritize care to support patient goals and discharge planning.

The role requires an ND PT license and experience in outpatient therapy, with a focus on patient education and team collaboration. This position offers a sign-on bonus and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Active North Dakota Physical Therapy license required.
• Experience in outpatient therapy and discharge planning preferred.
• Ability to work with an interdisciplinary team and provide patient education.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, develop, and implement PT interventions aligned with patient care plans.
• Document goals, progress, and discharge plans with team collaboration.
• Provide patient and family education under supervision; supervise aides.
• Meet third-party payer requirements with proper documentation.

Skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Patient education

Documentation and evaluation

English proficiency

Education

Physical Therapist license (ND)

Job description

Everything we do is underscored by a why - and that why is one another.Location:Altru Clinic | Devils Lake 1001 7th St. NE Devils Lake, ND 58301Pay Range: $37.26 - $55.89Summary:Job Description Summary

What we offer:

• Sign on Bonus - up to $15,000

The Physical Therapist is responsible for the evaluation and treatment of patients in compliance with licensure standards. The therapist works with an interdisciplinary team that contributes towards a patient directed goal, identifies potential barriers to discharge, and ongoing therapy services. The Physical Therapist provides patient centered care while exercising judgment to plan, organize, and prioritize workload.

Essential Job Functions:

• Evaluates, develops, and implements an intervention plan using methods that are effective and are meaningful to the patient's plan of care through remediation/restoration, compensation/adaptation, disability prevention and health promotion.
• Provides intervention, evaluation and documentation of goal progress, modifies intervention methods as need, and works with therapy team members to achieve patients' goal.
• Orients patients, family and/or other appropriate parties to the purpose and procedures of the physical therapy evaluation and treatment. Provides appropriate patient/family education and teaching, under the supervision of a Therapist.
• Provides supervision for therapy assistants and other aides in a collaborative manner.
• Develops and documents a discharge plan when patient has reached goals, achieved maximum benefit from therapy or does not desire to continue service. Provides appropriate follow-up resources, services and training of patient and family members as appropriate.
• Obtains and documents appropriately all required and pertinent patient information, including precautions, orders, and initial plan of care.
• Meets requirements of third party payers by including appropriate documentation following window periods and other insurance guidelines.
• Performs pain assessment and takes appropriate action according to standard operating procedure.
• Performs other duties as assigned or needed to meet the needs of the department/organization.

Certification:

• Physical Therapist | North Dakota Board of Physical Therapy | Prior to Start Date | HR Primary Sources
• Driver's License with Acceptable Driving Record | Drivers License - Current State Licensed | Prior to Start Date | HR Primary Sources
• Basic Life Support (BLS) | American Heart Association (AHA) | Within 90 days of Start Date | Learning Management System

Altru Work Experience:

• Preferred: A minimum of 1 year Related Experience

Language Requirements: This position requires proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English to ensure effective communication in the workplace and with patients, families, and team members. This position may be eligible for visa sponsorship and candidates requiring sponsorship are welcome to apply.

Physical Demands :

• Sit: Frequently (34-66%)
• Stand: Frequently (34-66%)
• Walk: Frequently (34-66%)
• Stoop/Bend: Frequently (34-66%)
• Reach: Frequently (34-66%)
• Crawl: Occasionally (5-33%)
• Squat/Crouch/Kneel: Frequently (34-66%)
• Twist: Frequently (34-66%)
• Handle/Finger/Feel: Continuously (67-100%)
• See: Continuously (67-100%)
• Hear: Continuously (67-100%)

Weight Demands:

• Lift -Floor to Waist Level: Medium (20-40 pounds)
• Carry: Medium (20-40 pounds)
• Push/Pull: Medium (20-40 pounds)
• Slide/Transfer: Medium (20-40 pounds)

Working Conditions:

• Indoor: Continuously (67-100%)
• Outdoor: Occasionally (5-33%)
• Extreme Temperature: Not Applicable

Driving Requirement Definitions:

Professional Drivers: Persons who drive as their main responsibility OR transport passengers or hazardous materials.

Frequent Drivers: Persons whose main responsibility is not driving, but drive daily or almost daily.

Occasional Drivers: Persons who drive from once per month to as frequently as once per week.

Infrequent Drivers: Persons who are generally not expected to drive.

Driving Requirement for this position:

Frequent Driver

Reference ID:

R2186

Making a real difference. For one another.To take the best care of our patients and community - including friends, family, and neighbors - we need people who are committed to growth, excellence, and one another. At Altru, you'll find a culture where support and teamwork are at the heart of what we do. You'll have opportunities to advance your skills, work with the latest technologies, experience the fulfillment that comes from giving back, and take your career wherever you want it to go.Join our team and be a part of a small community with a big heart.

Altru offers a comprehensive benefits package to its full- and part-time employees. Excellent benefits include a health plan and 401(k) retirement plan. Other benefits include a dental plan, vision plan, life and disability insurance, education assistance, paid time off (PTO)