WA - Physical Therapist 32-36 Hrs/ week, 4 day work week - $91/HR

Lincoln Hospital and Clinics•Davenport, WA

About The Position

The Physical Therapist plans and executes rehabilitation programs to help patients regain physical function following an accident or surgery. The role also helps manage or alleviate pain related to degenerative conditions or terminal diseases through physical activity, reflexology, massage, and musculoskeletal manipulation. The Physical Therapist collaborates with speech therapists and other healthcare professionals to support optimal patient outcomes. Approximately 90% of duties are focused on outpatient care and 10% on inpatient care. The position involves working 8- or 9-hour days, four days per week, for 32–36 hours per week, at multiple locations within the region.

Requirements

Master's degree from an accredited physical therapy program.
Experience working directly with patients in a long-term care or hospital setting.
Current Physical Therapist state license.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or ability to obtain it within six months of hire.
Strong documentation skills.
Excellent verbal communication.
Ability to provide satisfactory patient services.
Ability to function as a team player.
Knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.

Responsibilities

Consult with patients to understand their physical conditions and symptoms, reviewing medical histories and provider referrals.
Diagnose movement dysfunction by observing patients as they move.
Develop individualized treatment plans tailored to patient needs.
Coach patients and teach therapeutic exercises and stretches to enhance recovery.
Use hands-on therapies, such as massage, to alleviate pain and promote healing.
Maintain detailed records of patient conditions, care plans, therapies, and progress.
Communicate patient progress and current status to relevant parties, including family members and healthcare providers.
Maintain confidentiality concerning patient, family, and staff matters.
Engage sensitively with patients and families from diverse developmental and sociocultural backgrounds.
Provide information to patients and families to alleviate anxiety and foster a welcoming attitude.
Maintain professional relationships and convey essential information to healthcare team members and applicable referral agencies.
Communicate clinical priorities and security concerns to peers and supervisors as needed.
Accept assignments based on priority, competencies, and unit needs.
Collaborate with other care providers to complete tasks and provide clinical assistance when required.
Report patient conditions to relevant individuals, including physicians and nurses.
Use problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills to build effective working relationships with peers.
Maintain punctuality and attendance as scheduled.
Attend in-services, continuing education sessions, and departmental staff meetings.
Contribute to annual peer performance reviews when requested by unit supervisors or management.
Identify and respond to opportunities to improve care and customer service.
Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.