Physical Therapist (Home Health)

Adventist Health; Oceanside (OR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health is seeking a Physical Therapist in Oceanside, Oregon. The role involves planning and conducting segments of treatment programs to restore physical, social, and mental functions, while co-leading interdisciplinary patient groups.

Required credentials include a DPT, state licensure, CPR/BLS certification, and a valid driver's license. The position emphasizes evaluations, individualized treatment plans, and coordination with the care team.

Qualifications

• DPT degree required; only if obtained license on or after Jan 2016; or foreign equivalent.
• PT licensure in applicable states required; CPR/BLS certification required; valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Completes evaluations to ensure quality standards and address assessment areas needing attention; establishes individualized treatment plans.
• Provides therapy interventions using appropriate treatment protocols; communicates discharge plans to relevant parties.
• Completes comprehensive clinical documentation within established deadlines.
• Supervises assigned assistants.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Summary: Plans and conducts segments of treatment programs designed to restore and improve physical, social and mental functions, while meeting department objectives. Serves as co‑leader in an interdisciplinary approach to patient groups.

Job Requirements:

Education and Work Experience:

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree: Required; only if obtained license on or after January 2016; or foreign equivalent.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Physical Therapy licensure in all applicable states of practice: Required
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required
• Valid Driver's License (DL) and must be at least 21 years of age or older: Required

Essential Functions:

• Completes evaluations to ensure quality standards and addresses assessment areas that require attention. Uses appropriate clinical techniques and tools and establishes individualized treatment plans for patients.
• Provides therapy interventions using appropriate treatment protocols and techniques. Establishes individualized care and discharge plans and ensures plans are communicated to appropriate parties.
• Completes comprehensive and accurate clinical documentation within established deadlines.
• Supervises assigned assistants.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements:

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit https://adventisthealth.org/careers/everify/ for more information about E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein.

Location/Region: Oceanside, OR (97134)