Physical Therapist-Out Patient

Community Health Center of Snohomish County (CHC); Edmonds (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid vacation time

Retirement plan

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Washington seeks a Physical Therapist to deliver comprehensive medical care across all age groups. The ideal candidate will possess a Physical Therapist license and have a Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy. This role involves working collaboratively with other clinic providers, creating treatment plans, and ensuring effective communication with patients. Preferred candidates have outpatient experience, and bilingual skills are a plus. Competitive wages and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 1 year outpatient therapy experience required.
• Physical Therapist license with the State of Washington is necessary.
• Basic Life Support certification must be obtained on the first day of hire.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and therapy theory.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical care to patients of all age groups.
• Work with clinic healthcare providers and staff.
• Create and direct treatment plans and assessments.
• Works within the State of Washington scope of practice and licenses.

Skills

Proficient in English

Works independently

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Knowledge of medical terminology

Leadership skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy

High school diploma

Tools

Rehabilitation computerized documentation

Electronic health record systems

Microsoft Office applications

Job description

Community Health Center of Snohomish County offers competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package designed to address health, time off, retirement and career-advancement needs. Benefits available include health insurance (medical/dental/vision), up to 160 hours of vacation time pro-rated by FTE every 12 months, paid sick leave, 10-paid holidays, 403(b) Safe Harbor retirement plan with employer match, disability and life insurance, and more! We also offer $0.75/hour for those who test proficiently in a second language.

Job Summary

The Physical Therapist operates in a team with other clinic healthcare providers and support staff. The Physical Therapist provides medical care to all age groups in accordance with the State of Washington Department of Licensing and professional scope of practice. The Physical Therapist provides treatment plan direction to rehabilitation aides. In addition, the Physical Therapist provides diagnostic and therapeutic medical services to CHC patients, while making reasonable and sound medical assessments and treatment plans.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Reads, speaks, understands and writes proficiently in English.
• Works independently and is self-directed.
• Works effectively in a team environment.
• Communicates effectively both orally and in writing.
• Organizes, prioritizes, and coordinates multiple activities and tasks.
• Works with initiative, energy and effectiveness in a fast-paced environment.
• Remains calm and effective in high pressure and emergency situations.
• Problem-solves with creativity and ingenuity.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Knowledge of currently accepted physical therapy theory and practice, and associated legal and ethical issues.
• Demonstrates leadership and basic management skills.
• Ability to operate equipment available in the rehabilitation department.
• Ability to use rehabilitation computerized documentation, billing and e-mail software programs.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office applications; Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability to adjust daily schedule to meet access demands and a complete workload.

Preferred

• Bilingual skills.

Education

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited American Physical Association approved school.

Preferred Education

• Master's or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy (MPT or DPT) from an accredited American Physical Association approved school.

Experience

• Outpatient therapy experience (1 year).

Preferred Experience

• CPT-4 coding experience.
• ICD-10 coding experience.
• Healthcare information systems, such as electronic health record and practice management systems experience.
• Experience in a multiple provider medical practice.
• Working with low income, multi-ethnic populations.

Credentials

• Physical Therapist (PT) license with the State of Washington.
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (CPR/AED) certification - must be obtained on the first day of hire.
• Verified immunity to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR), and varicella (chickenpox). Immunity may be demonstrated through vaccination records or titer results. Medical or religious accommodation requests may be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
• Successful completion of CHC's credentialing and privileging review upon hire and re-credentialing as appropriate.