Physical Therapist - Home Health (FT) - Detroit Lakes/Fosston

Building Location:

St Marys Hospital - Detroit Lakes
Department:

HOMECARE - DL HOME
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:

Bachelors Degree,

Masters Degree

, or Doctorate Degrees from a physical therapy accredited program

This position will provide Outpatient Physical Therapy services to patients in their home in Detroit Lakes, MN & Fosston, MN.

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

Schedule is generally Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm. Can be flexible on schedule. No weekend, holiday or on-call requirements.

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

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

FTE:

1

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:

Shift Rotation:

Day Rotation (United States of America)
Shift Start Time:

8:00am
Shift End Time:

4:30pm
Weekends:
Holidays:

No
Call Obligation:

No
Union:

Compensation Range:
$79,497.60 - $119,246.40
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 .