Physical Therapist (PT) | Outpatient

Avera McKennan; Brookings (SD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Avera Brookings Clinic, a department of Brookings Health System, seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to cover leaves with potential to become part‑time or full‑time, delivering high‑quality therapy and supporting growth within the team.

You will evaluate patients, develop and adjust individualized treatment programs, provide direct therapy, document progress, and communicate with patients and the care team.

Qualifications

• Active Physical Therapist license in the state of practice.
• 1–3 years of licensed PT experience preferred.
• Ability to coordinate and deliver therapy across settings.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate assigned patients and gather data from records, interviews and team members.
• Develops and implements individualized treatment programs.
• Provides direct therapy using various settings and strategies.
• Documents evaluations, plans and progress notes.
• Communicates with patient, family, physician and care team.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team and supports growth.

Skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Communication

Care coordination

Education

Physical Therapist license

Job description

Location: Avera Brookings Clinic a Department of Brookings Health System Worker Type: PRN Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America) Pay Range: The pay range for this position is listed below. Actual pay rate dependent upon experience. $35.50 - $53.75

Position Highlights This position will help cover leaves of absence, PTO, and overall growth. This position also has the potential to turn into a Part Time or Full Time position. 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.
• Uses selected activities and/or tasks to promote and maintain health, and to achieve treatment goals, establishes and modifies 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.
• Establishes rapport and works 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.

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

Preferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience: 1-3 years Experience as a 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.

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].

At Avera, the way you are treated as an employee translates into the compassionate care you deliver to patients and team members. Because we consider health care a ministry, you can live out your faith, uphold the dignity and respect of all persons while not compromising high-quality services. Join us in making a positive impact on moving health forward.