Physical Therapist (Inpatient/Acute)
Company: Samaritan Health Services
Location: Lebanon
Posted on: November 18, 2024
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Job Description:
*Starting bonus and/or relocation available to new employees.
Previous experience may be required. Employment commitment to
Samaritan is required.
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 Health Services evaluate and
treat patients with injuries or conditions that have caused either
a decline in physical mobility or functional independence. In
addition to acute and swing bed rehab, we offer a variety of
outpatient services including sports and orthopedic rehab,
pediatric rehab, neurological and stroke rehab, balance and
dizziness rehab, wheelchair seating, and neck, back and extremity
care.
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
Keywords: Samaritan Health Services, Vancouver , Physical Therapist (Inpatient/Acute), Healthcare , Lebanon, Washington
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