Physical Therapist (PT)

@ Samaritan Pacific Communities Hospital
Samaritan Pacific Communities Hospitalsamaritanpacificcommunitieshospital.com

Physical Therapist (PT)

Newport, Oregon
Posted today

About the job

Samaritan's Rehab teams evaluate and treat patients with injuries or conditions affecting mobility and independence, focusing on restoring function and community engagement.

Requirements

  • Current Oregon PT license
  • BLS certification required
  • Ability to travel
  • Knowledge of rehab principles
  • Strong communication skills

Qualifications

  • Physical therapy degree
  • Healthcare provider level BLS
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Team-oriented mindset

Full job description

  • JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE
    • Responsible for providing safe and effective Physical Therapy services by implementing appropriate evaluation, treatment, and education designed to meet the identified needs and functional goals of the patient. Communicates effectively and professionally with patients, families/caregivers, and team members. Promotes teamwork.
  • DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
    • The Rehabilitation teams at Samaritan evaluate and treat patients with injuries or conditions that have caused either a decline in physical mobility or functional independence. We offer a variety of specialized services including orthopedic rehab, neurological and stroke rehab, balance and dizziness rehab and chronic pain treatment with the use of movement. The main goal is return to function and community activities.
  • EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS
    • Current unencumbered Oregon Physical Therapy license required.
    • Healthcare Provider Level BLS required.
    • Must be able to travel to multiple points of care.
  • KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
    • Therapy and Counseling - Possess the skills and knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and cognitive conditions. Ability to provide counseling and guidance.
    • Business Writing - Strong business writing skills, including the ability to professionally communicate clinical content in written documentation that is easily understood by the end user.
    • Communication - Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues. Ability to perform group presentations and listen to and understand complex information and ideas.
    • Team Building - Ability to work, function and communicate on a multi-disciplinary team. Possess the knowledge and skills to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintain them over time.
    • Time Management - Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to complete within required time frames and to follow-up on pending issues. Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast-paced environments and under pressure.
  • PHYSICAL DEMANDS

    • Rarely
      (1 - 10% of the time)

      Occasionally
      (11 - 33% of the time)

      Frequently
      (34 - 66% of the time)

      Continually
      (67 - 100% of the time)

      CLIMB - STAIRS
      LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 40 - 60 Lbs
      CRAWL (hands & knees)
      ENTER & EXIT VEHICLE/MACHINERY
      PINCH Fingers

      SIT
      LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 - 20 Lbs
      LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs
      LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 20 - 40 Lbs
      LIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 0 - 20 Lbs
      CARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
      CARRY 2-handed, 20 - 40 pounds
      SQUAT Repetitive
      BEND FORWARD at waist
      KNEEL (on knees)
      ROTATE TRUNK Sitting
      ROTATE TRUNK Standing
      REACH - Upward
      GRASP Hand/Fist
      PUSH (0-20 pounds force)
      PULL (0-20 pounds force)

      STAND
      WALK - LEVEL SURFACE
      LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0 - 20 Lbs
      CARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
      SQUAT Static (hold >30 sec)
      REACH - Forward
      MANUAL DEXTERITY Hands/wrists
      FINGER DEXTERITY

      None specified
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