Physical Therapist - Inpatient Rehab - Straight Weekends

Good Samaritan Society; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 45,000 - 72,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Work/life balance

Generous time off

Job summary

Sanford Health in Fargo, ND is seeking a part-time Physical Therapist to plan, organize and deliver rehab programs to help patients recover mobility and relieve pain. You will conduct exams, set therapeutic plans, and adjust care while educating patients and families.

Licensed PT in ND is required; weekend-hours are incentivized and collaboration with the health team is essential. BLS is required or obtained within 60 days. Salary is commensurate with part-time schedule and experience.

Qualifications

• Licensed in the state(s) of practice as a Physical Therapist.
• Appropriate education level and competencies for the role.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required or within first 60 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and deliver physical therapy programs to improve mobility and reduce pain.
• Conduct examinations, evaluations and interventions for clients/patients/residents.
• Educate clients and families about treatment plans and home exercises.
• Collaborate with providers, case managers and other staff to coordinate care.
• Supervise assistants, aides and students as needed and provide ongoing education.

Skills

BLS certification

Licensed PT

Education

PT license (ND)

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: Sanford S Univ Med Ctr
Location: Fargo, ND
Address: 1720 University Dr S, Fargo, ND 58103, USA
Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts
Job Schedule: Part time
Weekly Hours: 16.00
Salary Range: $33.00 - $52.00

Department Details

Weekend incentive pay!

Looking for someone who is wanting to pick up weekends hours, but it doesn't have to be every weekend.

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/resident's 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.

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.

Benefits

Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees.

• health insurance
• dental insurance
• vision insurance
• life insurance
• a 401(k) retirement plan
• work/life balance benefits
• a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance

For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .

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-0245090
Job Function: Allied Health
Featured: No