Physical Therapist: Restore Function & Independence

Kaiser Permanente Northwest; Oregon (WI); On-site; USD 49,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente Northwest in Mt. Talbert Medical Offices, Oregon, seeks a Physical Therapist to apply clinical judgment to treat patients across ages and to implement PT programs that restore function and prevent disability.

You will coordinate therapy activities with other health care disciplines and support discharge planning. Responsibilities include delivering quality treatment programs, documenting care, maintaining competency through continuing education, and communicating with patients

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited physical therapy program.
• New graduate acceptable.
• Licensure and credentials: state physical therapist license(s) and applicable certifications.

Responsibilities

• Delivers quality treatment programs to patients spanning pediatric to geriatric populations.
• Completes all chart documentation and ensures legible, complete, timely records.
• Provides patient handouts that are effective and appropriate for patient understanding.
• Maintains professional competency by attending continuing education relevant to patient population.
• Presents in-services as appropriate and supports organizational mission.
• Coordinates therapy activities with other health care disciplines and adheres to safety procedures.

Skills

Anatomy knowledge

Physiology knowledge

Computer skills

Education

Graduate of accredited physical therapy program

New graduate acceptable

Tools

Equipment operation

Job description

Kaiser Permanente Northwest in Mt. Talbert Medical Offices, Oregon, seeks a Physical Therapist to apply clinical judgment to treat patients across ages and to implement PT programs that restore function and prevent disability.

You will coordinate therapy activities with other health care disciplines and support discharge planning. Responsibilities include delivering quality treatment programs, documenting care, maintaining competency through continuing education, and communicating with patients