Physical Therapist - Rural Services (0.6 Flex) - Ada, MN

Essentia Health•Ada, MN

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position is for a Physical Therapist in Rural Services, specifically at Ada Hospital - Bridges Med Center. The role involves evaluating, planning, treating, and implementing care for patients according to professional standards and Essentia Health policies. The therapist will provide patient care across multiple settings, including outpatient, inpatient, and home health facilities, serving a diverse patient population. This is a 0.6 Flex role, meaning a minimum of 24 hours per week with the potential to flex up to 32-40 hours per week based on need. The position requires meeting driving requirements acceptable to Essentia Health’s insurer.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, or Doctorate Degrees from a physical therapy accredited program.
Current license in the state performing services.
Must meet the driving requirements and criteria acceptable to Essentia Health’s insurer.

Nice To Haves

May serve as a clinical instructor, participate in department or therapy discipline committees, and complete credential/certification that would benefit patient care.

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, and/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.
Provide patient care across multiple settings, which may include outpatient, inpatient, and home health facilities.
Deliver high-quality care to a diverse patient population with varying needs and conditions.