Physical Therapist- Outpatient General Practice- Wahpeton, ND

Physical Therapist- Outpatient General Practice- Wahpeton, ND at Essentia Health summary:

The Physical Therapist provides patient evaluation, treatment planning, therapy delivery, and discharge planning for outpatient care following professional standards and clinical guidelines. Responsibilities include documentation, billing, scheduling, supervising support staff, and participating in staff education and committees. The role requires licensure, adherence to ethical standards, and flexibility to work across departments to meet patient needs.

Job Description:

Evaluates, plans, treats and implements care for patients in accordance with professional standards of the American Association of Physical Therapy using Clinical Practice Guidelines, and policies and procedures of Essentia Health.

Education Qualifications:

Key Responsibilities:

• Provides therapy evaluation, treatment planning, treatment, patient/caregiver education, and discharge planning for a full caseload of patients
• Provides all ancillary/administrative requirements for a full caseload of patients, including documentation, billing, scheduling management, and other administrative duties
• Demonstrates appropriate communication, professionalism and supervision of support staff (licensed assistants, aides, volunteers) and complies with all organization policies.
• Complies with organization code of conduct
• Meets professional organization core values, code of ethics, &/or scope of practice
• Work where the patient need is highest (including flexing to other departments) when home department schedule allows
• Provide staff education, participate/lead committee groups, participate in staff onboarding/orientation
• May serve as a clinical instructor, participate in department or therapy discipline committees, and complete credential/certification that would benefit patient care

Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, or Doctorate Degrees from a physical therapy accredited program

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

Certification/Licensure Requirements:

• Current license in the state performing services

Homecare Departments:

• Must meet the driving requirements and criteria acceptable to Essentia Health’s insurer
• BLS certified or ability to become certified within 1 month from hire date

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.

Job Location: Wahpeton Clinic

Shift Rotation: Day Rotation (United States of America)

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Hours Per Pay Period:

Compensation Range: $37.80 - $56.70 / hour

Union:

FTE: 1

Weekends:

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Sign On Bonus:

Keywords:

physical therapy, patient care, treatment planning, rehabilitation, clinical guidelines, outpatient therapy, patient education, licensure, documentation, therapy evaluation