Physical Therapist, Community Hospitals (Full Time)

Benefis Health System • Choteau, MT

306d

About The Position

Benefis is one of Montana's largest and premier health systems, and we are committed to providing excellent care for all, healing body, mind, and spirit. At Benefis, we work hard to support our employees in every aspect of their careers by offering outstanding benefits and compensation, state-of-the-art facilities, and multiple growth opportunities. The only thing missing is you! Responsible for performing an age and diagnosis specific assessment designed to gather data relevant to the patient's/resident's/client's individual needs. Utilizes exercise, soft tissue mobilization, joint manipulation, manual therapy techniques, equipment and physical and electrical modalities to improve strength, balance, coordination and range of motions, and to decrease pain to restore mobility and function. Provides education related to the treatment program, disease process, and prevention of further injuries to the patient/resident/client and family/caregiver and other members of the health care team. Delegates as necessary aspects of care to the PTA or Rehabilitation aide based on their job descriptions. Demonstrates the ability to deal with pressure to meet deadlines, to be accurate, and to handle constantly changing situations. Demonstrates the ability to deal with a variety of people, deal with stressful situations, and handle conflict. Will perform all job duties or job tasks as assigned. Will follow and adhere to all requirements, regulations and procedures of any licensing board or agency. Must comply with all Benefis Health System's organization policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Physical Therapy Licensure in Montana.
• Temporary licensure as governed by the State Practice Act.
• Graduate of an approved school of Physical Therapy or accredited college/university with a DPT, Master's degree, or BA degree in Physical Therapy or certification in Physical Therapy.
• Current BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform age and diagnosis specific assessments to gather relevant data for patients/residents/clients.
• Utilize exercise, soft tissue mobilization, joint manipulation, manual therapy techniques, and modalities to improve strength, balance, coordination, and range of motion.
• Decrease pain to restore mobility and function.
• Provide education related to treatment programs, disease processes, and injury prevention to patients and their families.
• Delegate care aspects to PTA or Rehabilitation aide as necessary.
• Demonstrate ability to handle pressure, meet deadlines, and manage changing situations.
• Interact effectively with a variety of people and handle stressful situations and conflicts.
• Perform all assigned job duties and adhere to licensing board regulations and organizational policies.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Master's degree