Physical Therapist - PRN

Good Samaritan; Saint Peter (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Good Samaritan in Saint Peter, MN seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to plan, organize, and deliver therapy programs for residents across post-acute, long-term care and home health settings.

You will conduct examinations, develop therapeutic plans, and educate families on home exercises while adhering to clinical guidelines and maintaining certifications. This role may involve supervising aides and coordinating with other providers to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed as a Physical Therapist in the state(s) of practice.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required or within the first 60 days of employment.
• Valid driver's license may be required.
• Obtains and maintains required department competencies and certifications.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes and delivers physical therapy programs for residents.
• Treats clients across post-acute, long-term care and home health settings as assigned.
• Provides education to clients and family members on treatment plans and home exercises.
• Supervises assistants, aides, and students as needed and shares clinical expertise.

Skills

Licensed Physical Therapist

BLS Certification

Driver's License

Job description

Careers With Purpose

Join our not-for-profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian environment.

Facility: GSS MN St Peter Hm Care
Location: Saint Peter, MN
Address: 600 South 5th Street Suite 211 Saint Peter, MN 56082
Shift: Varies
Job Schedule: PRN
Weekly Hours: Varies
Salary Range: $37.50 - $62.00

Job Summary

Plans, organizes and delivers physical therapy programs that help clients/patients/residents recover and improve their mobility, relieve pain, increase strength and prevent deformities. Conducts examinations, evaluations, and interventions 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/residents 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 clients/patients/residents. Demonstrate and incorporate knowledge of current research into daily treatment of clients/patients/residents.

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.

Based on facility needs and assigned locations, may focus on those receiving intervention in the post-acute, long term care and home health care environments.

Qualifications

Appropriate education level required in accordance with state licensure.

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.

Good Samaritan 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].

Good Samaritan has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0275385

Job Function: Allied Health

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