*Current opening is for a .80 FTE, 32 hours per week)*

Job Summary:

Responsible for the evaluation, planning, directing and administering of physical therapy modalities of treatment as prescribed by a licensed physician. Administers treatments and physical agents as prescribed by a referring physician in an effort to restore function and prevent disability following injury, disease or physical disability. Assists patients to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning, while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities.

Essential Functions:

• Reviews patient medical record and physician prescription to determine required treatment.
• Plans and administers medically prescribed treatments with the goal of restoring function, relieving pain and preventing disability.
• Performs a complete patient assessment.
• Develops or revises treatment programs accordingly.
• Administers manual exercises to improve and maintain patient's function.
• Operates treatment devices in accordance with manufacturer guidelines and SVH policies and procedures.
• Instructs and assists patients in performance of various physical activities and use of supportive devices.
• Evaluates patient response and performs follow-up as required.
• Documents patient treatment, response and progress in patient medical records and field charts in an accurate and timely manner.
• Admits, discharge and transfers patients as per established policies and procedures.
• Directs work activities of Physical Therapy Assistant.
• Coordinates patient care with the appropriate services.
• Identifies and acts appropriately in code situations per established protocols.

Education:

• Graduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy.
• New graduates may apply.
• Must maintain education hours based on the requirements outlined by applicable regulatory agencies (e.g. DNV, etc.).

License/Certification:

• Must be currently licensed or eligible for licensure, prior to hire date, in the state of Washington.
• Must obtain active and unrestricted Physical Therapy license within 6 months of hire.

Experience/Training:

• Internship experience in an acute care hospital is required for new graduates.

Skagit Regional Health offers a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, 457b/401a (retirement), long term disability, and paid time off to all employees holding an FTE of 20 or more hours per week. Eligible employees also receive sick time pay.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $35.59 - $53.39 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Work Location: One location

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