Physical Therapist (PT)

Lifepoint Health; Springfield (OR); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

PTO & protections

Tuition assistance & Career growth

Wellness programs

Brand new facility

Job summary

PeaceHealth Springfield Rehabilitation Hospital is opening a brand-new inpatient rehabilitation facility in Springfield, Oregon. The Physical Therapist will lead patient care alongside PTAs and therapy techs, delivering evidence-based rehab plans and coordinating with physicians to optimize outcomes.

Ideal candidates hold Oregon PT licensure, inpatient rehab experience, and a current BLS/CPR certification. This role supports a wide range of adult and geriatric rehab needs in a new,

Qualifications

• Licensed PT in the state where the hospital is located.
• Inpatient rehab experience preferred.
• Current BLS/CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Assume responsibility for the care of patients treated by Physical Therapist Assistants and therapy techs.
• Assess patients' needs and initiate appropriate physical therapy interventions.
• Observe and evaluate treatment progress and communicate changes to the physician.
• Perform patient assessments and timely QI scoring; focus on adult and geriatric rehab.
• Assess pain and implement interventions to improve function; coordinate physician contact as needed.
• Develop and update each patient’s plan of care for physical therapy.

Skills

Inpatient rehab experience

Patient assessment

Education

Licensed Physical Therapist in Oregon

BLS/CPR certification

Job description

Facility: PeaceHealth Springfield Rehabilitation Hospital

Schedule: Full Time

Join us in opening PeaceHealth Springfield Rehabilitation Hospital, a brand-new inpatient rehabilitation facility (IRF).

Your experience matters

PeaceHealth Springfield Rehabilitation Hospital is part of Lifepoint Health , a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. By joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you'll contribute

• Assumes responsibility and accountability for the care of those patients being treated by Physical Therapist Assistants and Therapy techs. May be assigned to orient staff and students and assume the duties and responsibilities of the supervisor in the absence of that individual.
• Assesses patients' needs; identifies and initiates appropriate physical therapy interventions; works cooperatively with other patient team personnel in maintaining standards for professional physical therapy practice and interdisciplinary teamwork.
• Observes and evaluates treatment affect, accomplishment of short and long term goals. Recommends change to physician, if needed.
• Performs an appropriate assessment on each patient and performs reassessments, as per policy. Performs accurate and timely QI scoring. The population is adult and geriatric patients requiring an adult medical rehabilitation program and services.
• Able to assess patient pain interfering with optimal level of function of participation in rehabilitation; makes appropriate interventions to reduce pain; makes appropriate physician contact for intervention.
• Formulates and updates patient specific plan of care for physical therapy
• Reports patient progress and barriers to discharge in each patient team conference
• Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
• Other duties as assigned

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits : Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO : Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth : Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being : Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development : Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
• Brand new facility: Brand new hospital, built from the ground up, with cutting edge equipment and technology!

What we're looking for

Applicants should possess the following qualifications and skills:

• Education: Current licensure as a Physical Therapist in the state where the hospital is located.
• Experience: Inpatient rehab experience preferred.
• Additional Requirements: Current BLS/CPR card.

PeaceHealth Springfield Rehabilitation Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. PeaceHealth Springfield Rehabilitation Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.