Physical Therapist - General Outpatient (Casual) - Duluth

Essentia Health•Hermantown, MN

13d•$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 casual/PRN/as-needed position intended to fill in openings between our Hermantown Wellness Clinic, Elite West Duluth, Lakeside Clinic, Lakewalk Clinic & Esko Center for Personal Fitness.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, or Doctorate Degrees from a physical therapy accredited program
Current license in the state performing services
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLCS)

Nice To Haves

Reimbursement for licensure expenses
A rehabilitation career ladder is in place to reward high-performing therapists
Leadership opportunities including staff education, committee participation, and staff onboarding and mentorship.

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.