Physical Therapist (4004)

TRINITY HEALTH • Minot, ND

17d • $40 - $62 • Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapist provides comprehensive physical therapy services to patients within the acute care hospital setting. This role evaluates, develops, and implements individualized treatment plans to restore mobility, improve functional independence, and support safe discharge planning. The Physical Therapist collaborates closely with physicians, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes, reduce length of stay, and promote patient safety. Care is delivered in accordance with physician orders, regulatory standards, and Trinity Health policies.

Requirements

• Licensed Physical Therapist in North Dakota.
• Current driver's license required and car available to travel to patient's home.
• Organize time well and meet job expectations and performance standards.
• Exhibits responsibility and flexibility in work situations, willing to work irregular and/or less favorable hours.
• Demonstrates tact, sensitivity, sound judgment, and professional attitude when relating with patients, families and colleagues.
• Meet the physical and emotional demand of the position.
• Demonstrate a caring and respectful attitude when providing patient care.
• The Physical Therapist is frequently required to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and move throughout inpatient units while providing direct patient care.
• The role involves assisting patients with transfers, ambulation, and therapeutic activities, which may require lifting, repositioning, or supporting patients of varying weights.
• Adequate vision, hearing, communication skills, and manual dexterity are necessary to safely assess patients, operate equipment, and respond effectively in a fast paced clinical environment.

Nice To Haves

• Strongly prefer 2 years previous experience as a Physical Therapist.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans based on physician referrals and clinical findings.
• Implement therapeutic interventions to improve strength, mobility, balance, endurance, and functional performance in medically complex patients.
• Monitor patient response to treatment and modify care plans as appropriate to ensure safe, effective progression of therapy.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, case management, and other rehabilitation professionals to support coordinated care and discharge planning.
• Educate patients and family members on mobility techniques, safety precautions, equipment use, and post discharge exercise programs.
• Document evaluations, treatment sessions, and progress notes accurately and timely within the electronic medical record in accordance with regulatory and organizational standards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed