Physical Therapist - Outpatient

Confluence Health

Wenatchee (WA)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 93,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts & Health-Sa

Paid Time Off

Generous Retirement Plans

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Gym Membership Discount

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Adoption Assistance

Shift Differential

Job summary

Confluence Health in Washington state is seeking a Physical Therapist to diagnose and treat patients with musculoskeletal or neurological impairments, evaluate patients, and develop treatment plans with discharge planning for both inpatient and outpatient settings.

The role requires a WA state PT license and outpatient PT experience is preferred. A comprehensive benefits package is offered. Sign-on bonus up to $7,000 for external applicants.

Qualifications

Active WA State Physical Therapist license required by start date.
One year of outpatient physical therapy experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform initial evaluation including history of prior level of function, subjective information, objective tests and measures, assessment and establishing plan of care and goals for future treatments.
Incorporate evidence based clinical decision making to select and utilize appropriate patient interventions and modify plan based on progress.
Follow best practice for clinical documentation.
Maintain patient safety, modesty and privacy/confidentiality at all times.
Provide education to patients, caregivers and staff about adaptive equipment and safety precautions.
Provide supervision and guidance to Physical Therapy Assistants and rehab aides.
Collaborate with physicians, case managers, nurses and other therapy staff; participate in discharge planning.
Screen for and refer to other disciplines as indicated.

Education

WA State Physical Therapist License

Job description

Overview

Located in the heart of Washington, we enjoy open skies, snow-capped mountains, and the lakes and rivers of the high desert. We are the proud home of orchards, farms, and small communities. Confluence Health actively supports the communities we serve and their quality of life through our community support program and through our individual efforts as involved community members.

Salary Range

$43.36 - $67.84

Employees of Confluence Health receive a wide range of benefits in addition to compensation.

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts & Health Saving Accounts
Paid Time Off
Generous Retirement Plans
Life Insurance
Long-Term Disability
Gym Membership Discount
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Adoption Assistance
Shift Differential

Summary

Up to $7,000 in sign on bonus, $5,000 after one year, & $3,000 after two years.
Must be an external applicant.
Please Note: Lymphedema experience and certification strongly preferred.

A Physical Therapist provides professional services in diagnosing disorders and providing therapy for patients with musculoskeletal or neurological impairments. This includes evaluation of all assigned/scheduled patients, the development of treatment plans, administration and implementation of the treatment program, and appropriate discharge planning.

Position Reports To

Rehab Services Manager

Essential Functions

Perform initial evaluation including history of prior level of function, subjective information, objective tests and measures, assessment (including discharge disposition recommendation in acute setting), and establishment of plan of care and goals for future treatments.
Incorporate evidence based clinical decision making to select and utilize appropriate patient interventions in accordance with plan of care, and modify plan of care as appropriate based on patient progress/response to interventions.
Follow best practice for clinical documentation.
Maintain patient safety, modesty and privacy/confidentiality at all times.
Provide education to patients, caregivers and other staff members as appropriate to include adaptive equipment and recommended safety precautions.
Provide supervision and guidance as needed to Physical Therapy Assistants and rehabilitation aides.
Collaborate and communicate effectively with other team members including physicians, case managers, nurses, and other therapy staff, including participation in discharge planning in inpatient settings.
Screen for and make referrals to other disciplines when indicated.
Required to maintain current BLS certification.
Other duties as assigned.

Demonstrate Standards of Behavior and adhere to the Code of Conduct in all aspects of job performance at all times.

Qualifications

Required:

Active or interim WA State Physical Therapist License, required by start date.

Desired

One year of outpatient physical therapy experience.

Physical/Sensory Demands

O = Occasional, represents 1 to 25% or up to 30 minutes in a 2 hour workday. F = Frequent, represents 26 to 50% or up to 1 hour of a 2 hour workday. C = Continuous, represents 51% to 100% or up to 2 hours of a 2 hour workday.

Physical/Sensory Demands For This Position

Walking - F
Sitting/Standing - F
Reaching: Shoulder Height - F
Reaching: Above shoulder height - F
Reaching: Below shoulder height - F
Climbing - O
Pulling/Pushing: 25 pounds or less - O
Pulling/Pushing: 25 pounds to 50 pounds - O
Pulling/Pushing: Over 50 pounds - O
Lifting: 25 pounds or less - F
Lifting: 25 pounds to 50 pounds - F
Lifting: Over 50 pounds - F
Carrying: 25 pounds or less - F
Carrying: 25 pounds to 50 pounds - F
Carrying: Over 50 pounds - F
Crawling/Kneeling - O
Bending/Stooping/Crouching - O
Twisting/Turning - C
Repetitive Movement - O

Working Conditions

Work is performed in the Rehabilitation Services department including reception area, treatment rooms, office, gym areas as well as patient rooms and hallways with inpatients. Involves continuous contact with patients. Interaction is constant with frequent interruptions.

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