Samaritan Health Services
Physical Therapist (Outpatient)
Samaritan Health Services, Lebanon, Oregon, United States, 97355
Starting bonus and/or relocation available to new employees. Previous experience may be required. Employment commitment to Samaritan is required.
Primarily outpatient but may require inpatient to back up when needed.
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 - STAIRSLIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 40 - 60 LbsCRAWL (hands & knees)ENTER & EXIT VEHICLE/MACHINERYPINCH FingersSITLIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 - 20 LbsLIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 LbsLIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 20 - 40 LbsLIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 0 - 20 LbsCARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 poundsCARRY 2-handed, 20 - 40 poundsSQUAT RepetitiveBEND FORWARD at waistKNEEL (on knees)ROTATE TRUNK SittingROTATE TRUNK StandingREACH - UpwardGRASP Hand/FistPUSH (0-20 pounds force)PULL (0-20 pounds force)STANDWALK - LEVEL SURFACELIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0 - 20 LbsCARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 poundsSQUAT Static (hold >30 sec)REACH - ForwardMANUAL DEXTERITY Hands/wristsFINGER DEXTERITYNone specified
Primarily outpatient but may require inpatient to back up when needed.
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 - STAIRSLIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 40 - 60 LbsCRAWL (hands & knees)ENTER & EXIT VEHICLE/MACHINERYPINCH FingersSITLIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 - 20 LbsLIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 LbsLIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 20 - 40 LbsLIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 0 - 20 LbsCARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 poundsCARRY 2-handed, 20 - 40 poundsSQUAT RepetitiveBEND FORWARD at waistKNEEL (on knees)ROTATE TRUNK SittingROTATE TRUNK StandingREACH - UpwardGRASP Hand/FistPUSH (0-20 pounds force)PULL (0-20 pounds force)STANDWALK - LEVEL SURFACELIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0 - 20 LbsCARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 poundsSQUAT Static (hold >30 sec)REACH - ForwardMANUAL DEXTERITY Hands/wristsFINGER DEXTERITYNone specified