Physical Therapist - Full Time

70000 The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$20,000 sign-on bonus

Job summary

Sanford Health is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to join a large rural health system in the United States. The role focuses on planning, evaluating, and delivering physical therapy to improve mobility, relieve pain, and restore function across diverse patient groups.

The position involves an 8‑hour day shift with a 32-hour weekly schedule and includes a $20,000 sign-on bonus (eligibility requirements apply). BLS certification is required or obtained within 60 days of employment.

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.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes and delivers physical therapy programs that help clients/patients/residents recover and improve mobility, relieve pain, increase strength and prevent deformities.
• Conducts examinations, evaluations, and interventions for clients/patients/residents affected by injury or disease.
• Educates clients/patients/residents and their families about treatment plans and home exercises.
• Document and review client information to establish therapeutic plans and adjust as needed.

Education

Physical Therapist license

Job description

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world‑class health care in America’s heartland.

Work Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 32 Compensation: Salary Range: $37.50 - $62.00 $20,000 sign‑on bonus (eligibility requirements apply)! Union Position: No

Department Details Summary Plans, organizes and delivers physical therapy programs that help clients/patients/residents recover and improve their mobility, relieve pain, increase strength and prevent deformities. Conducts examinations, evaluations, and interventions clients/patients/residents who are affected by injury or disease. Job Description Utilizes tools and techniques to administer physical therapy interventions following safeguards. Documents client’s/patient’s/resident’s information for evaluation; establishes therapeutic plans and modifies them if necessary. Educates clients/patients/residents and their family members about treatment plans/schedules and self‑exercises to be continued at home. Knowledge of and utilizes appropriate age‑related treatments and evaluations relating to the needs of clients/patients/residents. Demonstrate and incorporate knowledge of current research into daily treatment of clients/patients/residents. May treat individuals of all ages with varying diagnosis and disorders. Will demonstrate documentation in accordance with departmental guidelines and meet all regulatory requirements. Demonstrates level of treatment associated with their specialty provided to their clients/patients/residents. Follows and adheres to accepted clinical practice guidelines of professional organization. Exhibits flexibility with acceptance of variable work schedules/assignments. Participates in activities to promote the department, Good Samaritan Society and Sanford Health. Will be interacting with individuals outside of the department including but not limited to: providers, case managers, third party payers, public organizations, companies/contractual partners, etc. May be asked to supervise assistants, aides, and students as they provide client/patient/resident care, treatment, or other services. Will be expected to provide ongoing education and training to peers in the area(s) of expertise as determined by the department leadership. Performs other related duties as requested by manager. Based on facility needs and assigned locations, may focus on those receiving intervention in the post‑acute, long term care and home health care environments.

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.

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world‑class health care in America’s heartland. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization has 53,000 employees and serves over 2 million patients and nearly 425,000 health plan members across the upper Midwest including South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wyoming, Iowa, Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The integrated nonprofit health system includes a network of 56 hospitals, 288 clinic locations, 147 senior care communities, 4,000 physicians and advanced practice providers and nearly 1,500 active clinical trials and studies. The organization’s transformational virtual care initiative brings patients closer to care with access to 78 specialties. Learn more about Sanford Health’s commitment to shaping the future of rural health care across the lifespan at sanfordhealth.org or Sanford Health News.

Good Samaritan, one of the nation’s largest nonprofit providers of senior care and services, is committed to transforming the aging experience through innovation, compassion and personalized care. As part of Sanford Health, an integrated nonprofit health system headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Good Samaritan serves 10,000 seniors and offers access to a full continuum of care, including 94 rehabilitation and skilled nursing centers, 56 assisted living and memory care facilities, 44 independent living locations and 37 home health and hospice agencies. The senior care provider delivers services across the upper Midwest, with 70% of residents living in rural communities. Learn more about Good Samaritan’s mission and commitment to delivering high quality senior care in rural America at good-sam.com.