Physical Therapist

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Physical Therapist to provide evaluation and treatment of various adult patient diagnoses in an acute care setting. The ideal candidate will have experience working with a diverse patient population and a demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality care.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat a range of diagnoses including general deconditioning, total joint replacements, post-operative orthopedic conditions, neurological diagnoses, and general medical-surgical cases.
• Utilize EPIC electronic medical records for patient documentation.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Participate in a structured orientation and training program, including computer-based training and department-specific instruction.
• Badge in and out when entering and exiting the facility for security purposes.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in an acute care hospital setting preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of physical therapy experience within the last 3 years is required.
• Experience with EPIC is highly preferred.
• Active Minnesota state physical therapy license required or a commitment to obtain.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) is required.
• Willingness to cross-train to skilled nursing facilities for intermittent coverage needs is highly preferred.

Shift Information

This position involves a Monday through Friday schedule, with working hours from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. There are no on-call or weekend responsibilities, ensuring a balanced work-life schedule.

Additional Information

All clinicians are expected to work collaboratively with a team of 3 to 4 other physical therapists and physical therapist assistants daily. The average therapy caseload is approximately 40-45 patients.

Uniform requirements include wearing a polo in specified colors or business casual attire while maintaining professionalism in appearance.