Physical Therapist - Outpatient General Practice (Casual) - Bismarck

About the job

• Job Description:
• Evaluates, plans, treats and implements care for patients in accordance with professional standards of the American Physical Therapy Association and policies and procedures of Essentia Health.
• Education Qualifications:
• Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree , or Doctorate Degrees from a physical therapy accredited program

• Key Responsibilities:
• Provide therapy evaluation, develop individualized treatment plans, implement evidence-based interventions, provide patient/caregiver education, and discharge planning for a full patient caseload.

• Provide 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)

• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary care team to ensure optimal clinical and financial outcomes.

• Work closely with Essentia Health leadership and coordinate with referring physicians to ensure cohesive patient care.

• Compl y with organizational policies and procedures and the code of conduct

• Meet 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

• May serve as a clinical instructor, participate in department or therapy discipline committees, and complete credential/certification that would benefit patient care

This is a casual/PRN position to fill in open shifts (extended PTOs, Leaves, etc).

• Licensure/Certification Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from a physical therapy accredited program

• Organizational Highlights:
• Our mission and values are patient-centered, emphasizing the delivery of quality care
• An annual continuing education budget is provided to support therapists in advancing their education and clinical skills*
• Reimbursement for licensure expenses*
• A rehabilitation career ladder is in place to reward high-performing therapists*
• Leadership opportunities including staff education, committee participation, and staff onboarding and mentorship.
• Employment at Essentia Health qualifies you for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Please refer to the U.S. Department of Education’s website for the most current information regarding PSLF
• * Must meet minimum FTE requirements