Physical Therapist - Outpatient Neuro

Good Samaritan Society; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 45,460 - 71,635; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Sanford Health is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to join the Outpatient Neuro Therapy department in Fargo, ND. You will evaluate, plan and deliver individualized PT programs to patients across ages, with varied neurological conditions, emphasizing mobility and independence.

Join a collaborative team, maintain clinical excellence, and contribute to ongoing education while following regulatory guidelines and department protocols in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Education level required per state licensure.
• Minimum of 2 years of Physical Therapy experience or ABPTS residency and board exam.
• Must be licensed as a Physical Therapist in the practicing state.
• May require a valid driver's license.
• Maintains required department competencies and certifications.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care providers required or within 60 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized physical therapy treatment plans.
• Evaluate and treat clients/patients in outpatient neuro therapy.
• Document evaluations and therapeutic plans per guidelines.
• Educate patients and families on home-exercise programs.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team and supervisors as needed.

Skills

PT experience

ABPTS residency

Licensure in state

Driver's license

BLS certification

Education

DPT/Physical Therapy degree

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: Full time

Weekly Hours: 40.00

Salary Range: $33.00 - $52.00

Pay Info: Sign on Bonus!

Department Details

This position is in our Outpatient Neuro Therapy department at South University. You will join an amazing group of motivated neuro PTs, OTs, and speech therapists who provide excellent care to those they serve.

Job Summary

Responsible for utilizing advanced education and training to provide individualized treatment for client/patient/resident. Plans, organizes and delivers physical therapy programs that help clients/patients/resident recover and improve their mobility, relieve pain, increase strength and prevent deformities. Conducts examinations, evaluations, and interventions on 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 client/patient/resident. Demonstrate and incorporate knowledge of current research into daily treatment of clients/patients/resident. Responsible for maintaining and furthering personal education and training to continue to be viewed as an expert in their field. 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, including mentoring of new staff. Ensures all physical therapy related standards, policies, protocols and quality requirements are met.

Qualifications

• Appropriate education level required in accordance with state licensure.
• Must have a minimum of two years of Physical Therapy experience or have graduated from an accredited American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) residency program and have passed the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties (ABPTS) board exam to obtain the board certified designation of specialty practice.
• 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. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and 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.