Physical Therapist - Skilled Nursing - PRN

Good Samaritan; Stillwater (MN); On-site; USD 51,000 - 85,000; Part time

Job summary

Good Samaritan in Stillwater, MN seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to join a not-for-profit cadre delivering high-quality care in a Christian environment.

This on-site, PRN position supports day shifts at 1119 Owens St N, Stillwater, with a strong team focus on residents’ mobility, pain relief and independence. Eligible candidates will have active state licensure and BLS; driving may be required in some cases.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed as a Physical Therapist in the state(s) of practice.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required or within the first 60 days of employment.
• Maintains required department competencies and certifications per policy.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes and delivers physical therapy programs to help residents recover, improve mobility, relieve pain and increase strength.
• Conducts examinations, evaluations and interventions for clients affected by injury or disease.
• Documents patient information for evaluation and treatment plans; updates plans as needed.
• May supervise assistants, aides and students and provide ongoing education to peers.

Skills

PT license

BLS certification

Driver's license

Job description

Join our not-for-profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian environment.

Careers With Purpose

Join our not-for-profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian environment.

Facility

GSS MN Stillwater Ctr

Location

Stillwater, MN

Address

1119 Owens St N, Stillwater, MN 55082, USA

Shift

Day

Job Schedule

PRN

Weekly Hours

Varies

Salary Range

$37.50 - $62.00

Department Details

Great, hard working and passionate team helping residents to reach their highest level of independence! Great location near the Twin Cities with restaurants, stores and things to do nearby. Recently updated therapy gym and facility updates.

Job Summary

Plans, organizes and delivers physical therapy programs that help clients/patients/residents recover and improve their mobility, relieve pain, increase strength and prevent deformities. Conducts examinations, evaluations, and interventions clients/patients/residents who are affected by injury or disease. Utilizes tools and techniques to administer physical therapy interventions following safeguards. Documents client's/patient's/resident's information for evaluation; establishes therapeutic plans and modifies them if necessary. Educates clients/patients/residents and their family members about treatment plans/schedules and self-exercises to be continued at home. Knowledge of and utilizes appropriate age-related treatments and evaluations relating to the needs of clients/patients/residents. Demonstrate and incorporate knowledge of current research into daily treatment of clients/patients/residents.

May treat individuals of all ages with varying diagnosis and disorders. Will demonstrate documentation in accordance with departmental guidelines and meet all regulatory requirements. Demonstrates level of treatment associated with their specialty provided to their clients/patients/residents. Follows and adheres to accepted clinical practice guidelines of professional organization.

Exhibits flexibility with acceptance of variable work schedules/assignments. Participates in activities to promote the department, Good Samaritan Society and Sanford Health. Will be interacting with individuals outside of the department including but not limited to: providers, case managers, third party payers, public organizations, companies/contractual partners, etc. May be asked to supervise assistants, aides, and students as they provide client/patient/resident care, treatment, or other services. Will be expected to provide ongoing education and training to peers in the area(s) of expertise as determined by the department leadership. Performs other related duties as requested by manager.

Based on facility needs and assigned locations, may focus on those receiving intervention in the post-acute, long term care and home health care environments.

Qualifications

• Appropriate education level required in accordance with state licensure.
• Must be licensed in the state(s) of practice as a Physical Therapist.
• When applicable, may require valid driver's license.
• Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications. Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care providers required or within the first 60 days of employment.
• Good Samaritan is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail].
• Good Samaritan has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number

R-0272986

Job Function

Ally Health

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