Physical Therapist-Pelvic Floor Specialty

Lower Umpqua Hospital; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Job summary

Lower Umpqua Hospital is seeking a Physical Therapist to provide PT and pelvic floor therapy in acute care and clinical settings. The role is in-person at the hospital, requiring thorough evaluations, treatment plans, and ongoing progress assessments.

The candidate will maintain accurate records, communicate with physicians, and supervise PTAs and rehab aides as allowed. Flexibility and collaboration within the Rehabilitation department are essential.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited school with a degree in Physical Therapy.
• Oregon PT license in good standing is required.
• BLS certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide Physical Therapy and Pelvic Floor Therapy in acute care, clinical, and pool settings.
• Screen patients for Physical Therapy needs and develop plans of care.
• Perform evaluations, track progress, and document discharge summaries per standards.
• Supervise PTAs and rehabilitation aides as permitted by state act.
• Collaborate with physicians and attend care conferences as requested.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Education

Physical Therapy degree (DPT)

Oregon PT license

BLS certification

Job description

Location: 600 RANCH RD, Reedsport, OR, 97467-1795, United States

Position Title: Physical Therapist

Employee Type: Non-Exempt

Job Type: Full-Time

Department: Rehabilitation

Work Location: Hospital, In Person

Benefits: Yes

Job Summary

Provide Physical Therapy and Pelvic Floor Therapy services per state standards and practice act as directed by Lower Umpqua Hospital. Duties are performed in acute care, clinical, and pool settings.

Essential Duties

• Adhere to the Code of Ethics as outlined by the APTA.
• Maintain proficiency within the profession by keeping up with continuing education and license requirements.
• Screen patients for Physical Therapy needs.
• Complete initial Physical Therapy evaluations and perform further assessments and testing as needed per plan of care.
• Develop plans of care and perform direct patient care using proper modalities and procedures according to treatment plan.
• Provide regular assessment and revision of the patient’s progress toward goal areas.
• Maintain records that accurately reflect patient care and progress, including evaluations, progress reports, and discharge summaries per regulatory standards.
• Advise, consult, and teach patients, family members, and caregivers as indicated.
• Provide supervision for PTAs and rehabilitation aides per state practice act and standards of care.
• Maintain contact with physicians regarding physical therapy plan of care and progress as needed.
• Attend care conferences and interdisciplinary group meetings as requested.
• Participate in Quality Assurance activities as requested.
• Participate in quarterly records review as requested.
• Comply with hospital policies and procedures.
• Answer phones.
• Schedule patients.
• Assist in ordering linen and supplies.
• Clean treatment rooms.
• Assist other healthcare members and maintain proper in-services for LUH staff.
• Provide clinical supervision of PT and PTA students and volunteers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualification Requirements

Education and License

• Graduate from an accredited school with a degree in Physical Therapy.
• License in good standing as a Physical Therapist in the State of Oregon.

Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS).

Experience

• Experience requirements not specified.

Additional Qualifications

• Must be able to perform the physical demands of the job duties.
• Good people skills and ability to be a team player.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Must be adaptable to changing work environments.

Work Environment

Works indoors in an air-conditioned gym/office environment.

Physical Demands

Frequent use of computer, phone, and other standard office machines. Must be able to stand, sit, stoop, twist, kneel, reach, push, pull using proper body mechanics, and move/lift varying amounts of weight up to a maximum of 60 lbs.

Benefits

• Dental Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Retirement Plan
• Vision Insurance