Physical Therapist - Home Health | PRN

Good Samaritan Society; Vermillion (SD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 85,000; Part time

Job summary

Good Samaritan Society in Vermillion, SD, seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to plan, organize and deliver therapy programs in post-acute, long-term care and home health settings.

You will perform examinations, evaluations and interventions for clients with injuries or disease, document plans, educate families on treatment and home exercises, and may supervise assistants and students. BLS and license maintenance required.

Qualifications

• Education level per state licensure.
• Must be licensed in the state(s) of practice as a Physical Therapist.
• Valid driver's license may be required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care providers.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes and delivers physical therapy programs to improve mobility and reduce pain.
• Conducts examinations, evaluations and interventions for clients/patients/residents with injuries or disease.
• Educates clients and families about treatment plans and home exercises.
• Documents patient information, develops therapeutic plans and modifies them as needed.
• May supervise assistants, aides and students and provide ongoing education to peers.

Education

Physical Therapist license

Job description

Careers With Purpose

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.

Facility: Vermillion HH Hospice
Location: Vermillion, SD
Address: 848 E Cherry St, Vermillion, SD 57069, USA
Shift: Day
Job Schedule: PRN
Weekly Hours: Varies
Salary Range: $38.00 - $62.00

Job 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. 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, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail] .

Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0274376
Job Function: Allied Health
Featured: No