Physical Therapist (PT) Inpatient & Acute Rehab Unit Full-Time Days

St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Inc.; Lewiston (ID); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, in Lewiston, Idaho, seeks a physical therapist to evaluate and guide therapy programs for patients across ages. You’ll supervise assistants, educate patients on recovery strategies, and collaborate with the care team to ensure quality outcomes.

New grads are welcome as we offer training and mentoring. A $15,000 sign-on bonus accompanies a comprehensive benefits package in a supportive, community-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor, Master's or Doctorate of Physical Therapy, required.
• Current State Physical Therapy License.
• AHA BLS certification within 90 days of hire or transfer.
• Ability to communicate clearly in English; other languages preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients per physician orders.
• Supervise PT assistants and aides as appropriate.
• Develop and modify treatment plans to meet patient goals.
• Educate patients on injury prevention and rehab strategies.
• Document patient progress in EMR with accuracy.
• Collaborate with physicians and staff to ensure optimal care.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Customer service

Attention to detail

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor/Master/Doctorate in Physical Therapy

Tools

EMR proficiency

Job description

$15,000 Sign-on Bonus!! Join

Description $15,000 Sign-on Bonus!! Join St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Lewiston, Idaho—where nationally recognized quality meets small-town heart. We’re proud to be recognized for excellence and patient safety, including an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, inclusion in Becker’s list of “Great Community Hospitals,” and U.S. News & World Report accolades for maternity care. Here, you’ll find a teamwork-first culture, leaders who support you, and coworkers who genuinely have your back. New grads are welcome—we’re committed to training, mentoring, and helping you build confidence as you grow. And because we know great care starts with taking care of our people, we offer competitive benefits and a workplace you can feel good about. If you’re looking for a place to do meaningful work, build a career, and feel proud serving your community—you belong at St. Joe’s.

Job Summary Evaluates and conducts medically prescribed physical therapy treatment programs. Provides educational information to patients in regard to injury prevention, ergonomics, restorative therapy and rehabilitation therapy. Supervises physical therapy assistants and aides in performing treatment Essential Functions

• Interacts professionally with patients/families; treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families
• Effectively and appropriately communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers, demonstrating customer service excellence through application of positive language principles, appropriate response and use of constructive problem-solving techniques which foster positive outcomes
• Ability to perform an appropriate assessment on all patients as related to the therapy requested and provided and reassessments as per policy. This includes neonate, pediatric, adolescent, geriatric patients and the general patient population
• Supervises and delegates the care provided by certified patient therapy assistants, therapy technicians, therapy aides, students, and other support personnel. Assesses competence, delegates specific tasks, and establishes channels of communication. according to established licensing laws, state regulations and practice standards
• Administers treatment involving application of physical agent modalities using equipment, moist packs, ultraviolet and infrared lamps, and ultrasound machines
• Performs therapy interventions utilizing standard physical therapy techniques and skills as appropriate for the age and condition of the patient
• Evaluates, fits, and adjusts prosthetic and orthotic devices and recommend modifications
• Plans, prepares, and carries out individually designed programs of physical treatment to maintain, improve or restore physical functioning, alleviate pain and prevent physical dysfunction in patients
• Formulates a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning, family is included in teaching as appropriate
• Establishes a plan of care which is appropriate to problems identified and involves the patient according to his or her capabilities and desires. Identifies and documents goals, anticipated progress and plans for reevaluation

Qualifications Education

• Bachelor's, Master's or Doctorate of Physical Therapy, required

Licenses/Certifications

• Must have a current State Physical Therapy License
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 90 days of hire or transfer

Experience

• Able to maintain a high awareness of patient satisfaction and teamwork
• Attention to detail
• Adaptable to performing well under pressure in a stressful environment and take appropriate action
• Must be flexible, able to work as needed for appropriate departmental coverage
• Basic computer knowledge; become proficient in Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision
• Demonstrates proficient time management skills
• Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
• Additional languages preferred.
• Demonstrates knowledge of physical therapy modalities