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

Essentia Health•Ada, MN

1d•$38 - $57•Hybrid

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 position is a 0.6 Flex role, meaning minimum scheduled hours will be 24 hours per week, with the opportunity to flex up to 32-40 hours per week, depending on need. The role involves providing patient care across multiple settings, which may include outpatient, inpatient, and home health facilities, delivering high-quality care to a diverse patient population with varying needs and conditions.

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

Evaluates, plans, treats and implements care for patients.
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.
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.