Lead Physical Therapist (Outpatient)

Adventist Health • Gresham, OR

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About The Position

In a bustling cosmopolitan area surrounded by nature, Adventist Health Portland has been one of the area's leading healthcare providers since the 1800s. In partnership with OHSU, we are comprised of a 302-bed hospital, 11 medical offices, home care services, comprehensive cancer care and a vast scope of award-winning services located throughout East Portland and the surrounding areas. There are many outdoor adventures readily available, including carving the snow at North America's only year-round ski resort, hiking along the Columbia River Gorge or taking a day trip to the unmatched beauty of the Oregon coast. This is a FT 1.0FTE Job Summary: Evaluates and treats patients to promote, maintain and improve treatment programs and protocols. Ensures clinical skills meet high standards through continual educational opportunities. Serves as a resource to assist with other departmental aspects.

Requirements

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree: Required; only if obtained license on or after January 2016
• Physical Therapy licensure in state of Oregon: Required
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification: Required

Nice To Haves

• Five years' PT experience: Preferred
• Two years' leadership experience: Preferred
• One year's experience working in outpatient physical therapy: Preferred

Responsibilities

• Provides clinical and professional mentorship to department staff members.
• Acts as a departmental clinical resource, especially in the absence of coordinators and managers.
• Completes comprehensive and accurate clinical documentation within established deadlines.
• Completes evaluations to ensure quality standards and addresses assessment areas that require attention.
• Uses appropriate clinical techniques and tools, establishes individualized treatment plans for patients and completes necessary documentation.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees