Physical Therapist I Casual - Outpatient

Hennepin Healthcare; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a casual Physical Therapist I to join their outpatient team. This role involves providing therapeutic services, including evaluations and treatment plans, while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team. The position offers flexibility with 2-4 shifts per month and opportunities to cover additional hours. Ideal candidates will possess a valid Physical Therapy license and have a passion for improving patient outcomes. Join a dynamic team dedicated to delivering exceptional care in a supportive environment, making a positive impact on the community's health and well-being.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short and Long-term Disability Insurance

Retirement Funds

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

License and Certification Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited physical therapy program is required.
• Up to 2 years of full-time experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducts comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and develops care plans.
• Educates patients and caregivers on therapeutic techniques and treatments.
• Supervises activities performed by rehab aides and physical therapist assistants.

Skills

Physical Therapy Techniques

Patient Evaluation

Documentation Skills

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Therapeutic Education

Education

Graduation from accredited school of physical therapy

Tools

Rehabilitative Equipment

Job description

Job Description - Physical Therapist I Casual - Outpatient (242408)

Hennepin Healthcare is an integrated system of care that includes HCMC, a nationally recognized Level I Adult Trauma Center and Level I Pediatric Trauma Center and acute care hospital, as well as a clinic system with primary care clinics located in Minneapolis and across Hennepin County.

Equal Employment Opportunities: We believe equity is essential for optimal health outcomes and are committed to achieving optimal health for all by actively eliminating barriers due to racism, poverty, gender identity, and other determinants of health.

SUMMARY:

We are currently seeking a casual Physical Therapist I to join our Outpatient team. This casual role will work 2-4 weekday shifts per month. Open to half or full days with the option of more hours per department needs to cover PTO or leave of absences. Must be willing to travel to one of our community clinics: Whittier, Richfield, or Brooklyn Park.

Purpose of this position: In collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, provides therapeutic services including evaluation, treatment, discharge planning and education.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs and documents comprehensive physical therapy evaluations.
• Develops and documents patient care plans to promote optimal function and safety.
• Observes, evaluates, and documents patient's progress.
• Participates in hospital rounds and patient care conferences.
• Educates patients and caregivers on therapeutic techniques, cares, and treatments.
• Completes all documentation and charges of services per departmental standards.
• Directs and supervises activities performed by the Rehab aides consistent with their training and skill.
• Directs and supervises selected physical therapy interventions performed by physical therapist assistants.
• Properly applies and operates rehabilitative equipment.
• Assists with developing and conducting physical therapy in-services for other staff.
• Orients and mentors newly assigned staff.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited school of physical therapy.
• Up to 2 full-time years of experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous clinical experience (rehabilitation/acute/trauma).

Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:

• Knowledge of policies/procedures and practice standards; physical therapy theory, techniques, and treatment.
• Ability to perform professional physical therapy techniques and treatment; calibrate and operate physical therapy and orthopedic equipment.
• Ability to provide work direction for ancillary personnel.
• Ability to counsel and instruct patients and families; ability to recognize and document patient progress.
• Ability to work cooperatively with other members of the medical team.
• Ability to interact with individuals of widely diverse lifestyles.
• Ability to read and interpret written instructions, patient charts, and physicians' notes.
• Ability to interpret policies and procedures in an advisory capacity.

License/Certifications:

• Possession of valid Physical Therapy license, or temporary license, issued by the Minnesota State Board of Physical Therapy.

Please Note: Offers of employment from Hennepin Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements.

We offer a competitive pay rate based on your skills, licensure/certifications, education, experience related to this position, and internal equity.

We provide an extensive benefits program that includes Medical; Dental; Vision; Life, Short and Long-term Disability Insurance; Retirement Funds; Paid Time Off; Tuition reimbursement; and license and Certification reimbursement (Available ONLY for benefit eligible positions).

For a complete list of our benefits, please visit our career site on why you should work for us.

Department: Physical Therapy Community

Primary Location

MN-Minneapolis-Downtown Campus

Standard Hours/FTE Status: FTE = 0.01 (casual)