Temporary Physical Therapist - 12-13 Weeks - Fergus Falls or Elbow Lake

LAKE REGION HEALTHCARE CORPORATION; Elbow Lake (MN); On-site; USD 65,243 - 81,140; Full time

Job summary

LAKE REGION HEALTHCARE CORPORATION is seeking a temporary Physical Therapist for 12-13 weeks at our Fergus Falls and Elbow Lake locations. This full-time role involves providing person-centered care and developing individualized treatment plans for a wide range of patients.

Ideal candidates will have a degree in Physical Therapy, be licensed in Minnesota, and possess excellent interpersonal skills. The hourly wage ranges from $47.36 to $58.90, depending on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Must maintain a valid Minnesota license as a Physical Therapist.
• Current Healthcare Provider level CPR certification required.
• Successful completion of pre-employment health screening.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centered care focusing on patient needs.
• Develop individualized physical therapy treatment plans.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and follow safety guidelines.

Skills

Excellent work ethic

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy

Masters or Doctorate degree preferred

Job description

Job Details

• Location: Lake Region Healthcare Corporation - Fergus Falls, MN 56537
• Position Type: Temp Staffing
• Salary Range: $47.36 - $58.90 hourly
• Job Category: Physical Therapy

Overview

Looking for a short-term role that makes an immediate impact on a dynamic, fun and innovative team? Our Fergus Falls and Elbow Lake Physical Therapy departments are seeking temporary Physical Therapists to join our team for a 12-13 week term. Our PTs will provide services to Lake Region Healthcare (LRH) patients and contracting partners according to the State of Minnesota practice act. We are a hospital-based PT program servicing both inpatient and outpatients with a wide range of diagnoses. Populations served include pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric age groups.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centered care, putting the patient’s needs first and involving them in their care.
• Possess an excellent work ethic and dedication to patient success.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and privacy.
• Display great interpersonal and communication skills, written and verbal.
• Devise individualized physical therapy treatment and care plan for each patient.
• Communicate and coordinate with patient’s provider to ensure consistent level of care, seeking clarifying orders when necessary.
• Exercise independent judgment within the scope of practice, complying with federal and state regulations.
• Maintain Medicare certifications and track for signature.
• Complete thorough documentation in a timely manner, adhering to the documentation guidelines.
• Maintain and clean equipment and treatment area.
• Supervise Physical Therapy assistant as required and counter sign documentation if applicable.
• Supervise and instruct Physical Therapy students, Physical Therapy Assistant students, and shadow students.
• Complete daily charges correctly by the end of the day.
• Schedule patient if applicable.
• Stay up to date on continuing education to increase knowledge and skills for optimum treatment and personal growth, and completes annual training and competency as assigned on a timely basis.
• Stay informed with department and organization communication through department meeting, huddles, central line, emails, town halls, forums, etc.
• Complete contract work as assigned.
• Follow LRH safety guidelines, rules, and regulations.

Hours and Shifts

This is a full time role at 80 hours biweekly for the 12-13 week duration of coverage. Openings are available at Fergus Falls or Elbow Lake. Please list your location preference in your application.

Compensation

Hourly Wage Range: $47.36 - $58.90. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications and internal equity considerations.

Benefits

Temporary positions are benefit ineligible.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Lake Region Healthcare provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy and maintain a valid Minnesota license. Masters or Doctorate degree preferred.
• Current Healthcare Provider level CPR certification upon hire or must be obtained within 6 months.
• Successful completion of the pre-employment health screening process required.
• Basic computer skills.