Physical Therapist (PT) | Inpatient/Long Term Care

Sioux Center Health; Aberdeen (SD); On-site; USD 54,415 - 81,622; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $20,000

Student Loan Repayment Program

PTO available from day one

Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement

Job summary

Sioux Center Health is seeking a Physical Therapist responsible for coordinating and delivering physical therapy services. The position offers a competitive pay range of $39.50 - $59.25/hour based on experience and includes potential sign-on bonuses. Candidates are encouraged to participate in educational programs and will have the opportunity to work closely with a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient care.

Benefits include PTO available from day one, career development training, and up to 5% employer matching for retirement contributions. New graduates are welcome to apply!

Qualifications

• Must have active licensing in ___ state upon hire.
• Ability to communicate effectively and understand patient needs.
• Comfortable working with a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate assigned patients and gather necessary data.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on evaluations.
• Provide direct therapy services and promote health.
• Communicate effectively with all team members regarding patient status.

Skills

Patient evaluation

Individualized treatment programs

Direct therapy services

Effective communication

Knowledge of equipment

Education

Active license in Physical Therapy

Licensed physical therapist (preferred)

Job description

Work Shift

Primarily days with rotating weekends and holidays (United States of America)

Location

Avera St Luke's Hospital

Worker Type

Regular

Pay Range

The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience.

$39.50 - $59.25

Position Highlights

New Grads Welcome to apply!

Sign-On Bonus

May be eligible for a $15,000-$20,000 sign on bonus depending on experience!

Student Loan Repayment

This position is eligible for Avera’s Student Loan Repayment Program, which helps you pay off your loans and save money. Each month an extra payment of $167 (up to $10,000) from Avera will help pay down your principal balance faster.

You Belong at Avera

Be part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.

A Brief Overview

Responsible for the daily coordination and delivery of physical therapy services implementing specific treatment program for individual patients and patient groups according to the principles and practices of physical therapy and established objectives of the department.

What You Will Do

• Evaluates assigned patients, gathering data from a variety of sources such as patient records, interviews, observation and team members.
• Develops and implements individualized treatment programs for the patients needing services. Reviews plan of care with patient. Instructs patient, family, caregivers in home program or exercise as appropriate.
• Uses selected activities and/or tasks to promote and maintain health, and to achieve treatment goals, establish and modify intervention and strategies for patients’ treatment program based on ongoing evaluation.
• Provides direct therapy services to patients using various functional settings and strategies, plans therapy within the patient’s individual physical, emotional and intellectual capabilities as indicated and coordinated with the rehabilitation, medical, and nursing care plans.
• Prepares documentation as required by the profession and the department, such as evaluation results, individualized treatment plans, progress notes, and other such reports.
• Communicates effectively with the patient, family, physician, and other disciplinary team members regarding the patient’s status, progress and needs. Attends care conferences when applicable.
• Establishes rapport and work cooperatively with interdisciplinary team members (including family/physician) throughout the patient’s intervention program.
• Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings, workshops, etc.
• Oversees physical therapy assistants, techs, and students in an efficient and effective manner that ensures safe patient care and smooth departmental operation.
• Maintains knowledge of proper use of equipment for patient care.

Essential Qualifications

The individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.

Required Education, License/Certification, Or Work Experience

• Physical Therapist - Licensing Board An active license in the state of practice Upon Hire

Preferred Education, License/Certification, Or Work Experience

• Licensed physical therapist

Expectations and Standards

• Commitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.
• Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.
• Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.
• Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.

Benefits You Need & Then Some

• PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.
• Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement
• Career development guided by hands‑on training and mentorship

Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-605-504-4444 or send an email to [e-mail].