Physical Therapist- Lymphedema (FT- 0.9 FTE, Day Shift)

Bozeman Health; Bozeman (MT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Bozeman Health is seeking a Physical Therapist to evaluate and treat patients, develop plans of care, and provide health education.

You will document care, educate families, ensure safety, and participate in ongoing learning. This full-time role requires licensure in Montana and AHA BLS, with opportunities to collaborate in a supportive rehab team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in physical therapy is required.
• Graduation from an accredited physical therapy program is required.
• Montana PT licensure is required.
• Current AHA BLS certification is required.
• Stroke education within one year of hire is required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patients and establishes/implements plan of care within PT scope.
• Documents evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries in Rehab policies.
• Educates patients and families on pain management, safety, and functional strategies.
• Identifies patient safety issues and follows through with safety processes.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Professional demeanor

Confidentiality

Computer literacy

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy

Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Program

Montana Licensure (Physical Therapist)

AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Stroke education within 1 year of hire

Job description

This position exists to provide excellent physical therapy services. The purpose of this position is to evaluate patients, establish and implement a plan of care based upon evaluation findings, and provide health and wellness education.

Required

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Program
• Montana Licensure (Physical Therapist)
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Participates in two (2) hours of initial cerebrovascular disease (stroke) education within one (1) year of hire.

Preferred

• Two (2) years of physical therapy experience

Essential Job Functions

In addition to the essential functions of the job listed below, employees must maintain timely completion of all required education, trainings, and certifications as assigned and in accordance with Bozeman Health policies, department-specific requirements, applicable certification program and registry requirements, and other applicable regulatory requirements.

• Evaluates physical and functional status of patients and establishes & implements appropriate plan of care within the scope of Physical Therapy Practice.
• Documents initial evaluations, re-evaluations, progress notes, daily treatment, education and discharge summaries within compliance of BH Rehab policies.
• Educates patients, families, and caregivers in strategies to manage pain, improve safety and function and educate re: individualized plan of care. Documents appropriately.
• Identifies issues re: patient safety and follows through with processes to accomplish safety for all involved. (family, caregiver, patient)
• Other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Demonstrate sound judgment, patience, and maintain a professional demeanor at all times
• Exercise tact, discretion, sensitivity, and maintains confidentiality
• Perform essential job functions successfully in a fast-paced environment
• Learn current and new computer applications and office equipment utilized at Bozeman Health
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Analyze, organize, and prioritize work while meeting multiple deadlines
• Demonstrate the Bozeman Health SPIRIT values of: Service, People, Integrity, Respect, Improvement, and Teamwork.

Schedule Requirements

• This role requires regular and sustained attendance.
• The position may necessitate working beyond a standard 40-hour workweek, including weekends and after-hours shifts.
• On-call work may be required to respond promptly to organizational, patient, or employee needs.

Physical Requirements

Lifting (Repeatedly – 50 pounds): Exerting force and/or using a negligible amount of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects or people.
Sit (Occasionally): Maintaining a sitting posture for extended periods may include adjusting body position to prevent discomfort or strain.
Stand (Repeatedly): Maintaining a standing posture for extended periods may include adjusting body position to prevent discomfort or strain.
Walk (Repeatedly): Walking and moving around within the work area requires good balance and coordination.
Climb (Rarely): Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like using feet and legs; may also use hands and arms.
Twist/Bend/Stoop/Kneel (Repeatedly): Twisting, bending, and stooping require flexibility and a wide range of motion in the spine and joints.
Reach Above Shoulder Level (Repeatedly): Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling objects as necessary above the shoulder, requiring strength and stability.
Push/Pull (Repeatedly): Using the upper extremities to press or exert force against something with steady force to thrust forward, downward, or outward.
Fine-Finger Movements (Continuously): Picking, pinching, typing, or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than using the whole hand as in handling.
Vision (Continuously): Close visual acuity to prepare and analyze data and figures and to read computer screens, printed materials, and handwritten materials.
Cognitive Skills (Continuously): Learn new tasks, remember processes, maintain focus, complete tasks independently, and make timely decisions in the context of a workflow.
Exposures (Continuously): Bloodborne pathogens, such as blood, bodily fluids, or tissues. Radiation in settings where medical imaging procedures are performed. Various chemicals and medications are used in healthcare settings. Job tasks may involve handling cleaning products, disinfectants, and other substances. Infectious diseases are caused by contact with patients in areas that may have contagious illnesses. Emotionally challenging situations, such as dealing with distressed patients or difficult family interactions.

• Frequency Key: Continuously (100% - 67% of the time), Repeatedly (66% - 33% of the time), Occasionally (32% - 4% of the time), Rarely (3% - 1% of the time), Never (0%).

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to the job classification. They are not to be construed as a contract of any type nor an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by individuals so classified.