Physical Therapist - Acute Care (Full Time) - Duluth

Essentia Health•Duluth, MN

8d•$38 - $57•Onsite

About The Position

Evaluates, plans, treats and implements care for patients in accordance with professional standards of the American Physical Therapy Association and policies and procedures of Essentia Health. This is a full-time position in an inpatient acute care setting, requiring flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment. The role involves coordinating and delivering durable medical equipment to patients and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to support smooth transitions of care.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, or Doctorate Degrees from a physical therapy accredited program.
Current license in the state performing services.

Nice To Haves

Flexibility, adaptability, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Provide therapy evaluation, develop individualized treatment plans, implement evidence-based interventions, provide patient/caregiver education, and discharge planning for a full patient caseload.
Provide all ancillary/administrative requirements for a full caseload of patients, including documentation, billing, scheduling management, and other administrative duties.
Demonstrates appropriate communication, professionalism and supervision of support staff (licensed assistants, aides, volunteers).
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary care team to ensure optimal clinical and financial outcomes.
Work closely with Essentia Health leadership and coordinate with referring physicians to ensure cohesive patient care.
Comply with organizational policies and procedures and the code of conduct.
Meet professional organization core values, code of ethics, &/or scope of practice.
Work where the patient need is highest (including flexing to other departments) when home department schedule allows.
May serve as a clinical instructor, participate in department or therapy discipline committees, and complete credential/certification that would benefit patient care.
Coordinate and deliver durable medical equipment to patients.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support smooth transitions of care.