Physical Therapist - Acute - Part time Weekends

Integris Health•Yukon, OK

31d•Onsite

About The Position

INTEGRIS Health Canadian Valley Hospital, Oklahoma's largest not-for-profit health system has a great opportunity for a Physical Therapist in Yukon, OK. In this position, you'll work Saturday and Sunday, part-time, with our team providing exceptional care to those who have entrusted INTEGRIS Health with their healthcare needs. If our mission of partnering with people to live healthier lives speaks to you, apply today, and learn more about our increased compensation plans and recently enhanced benefits package for all eligible caregivers such as front-loaded PTO, 100% INTEGRIS Health paid short-term disability, increased retirement match, and paid family leave. We invite you to join us as we strive to be The Most Trusted Partner for Health. The Physical Therapist is responsible for the ethical, cost-effective management, delivery, documentation, communication, and outcomes of professional physical therapy services to patients in accordance with an established physical plan of care and in compliance with all applicable licensure/certification requirements, profession physical therapy acts, federal, state and agency policies and procedures. This position requires population specific competencies. Adheres to National Patient Safety Goals as appropriate based on the level of patient contact this position requires. INTEGRIS Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Rehab Only: Provides and modifies skilled interventions through the use of therapeutic procedures and techniques to produce changes in the condition consistent with the diagnosis and prognosis. Initiates promptly the appropriate corrective action(s) when abnormal condition or response is noted. Written reports are concise, legible and accurate and done in a timely manner. Understands the developmental life span of the patient; assesses, interprets and provides care/service in a safe environment according to age specific and cultural needs; evidence and documentation such as test, direct observation and demonstration. Home Health Only: Plans for and provides skilled occupational therapy treatment in the home, reassessing the patient's status on each visit and ensuring quality of care as documented in the clinical record. Maintains and submits all required patient documentation in a timely manner and in accordance with home health policies and procedures. Reports to the assigned Manager or Director. This position may have additional or varied physical demand and/or respiratory fit test requirements. Please consult the Physical Demands Project SharePoint site or contact Risk Management/Employee Health for additional information. Color Acuity for Wound Care Departments Moderate exposure to hazardous risks, including potential for exposure to infections, communicable diseases, blood and body fluids, mechanical and electrical equipment, variety of chemicals, and sharp equipment (debridement, splinting, and kitchen equipment). Potential for bodily injury related to lifting and cumulative stress. Potential for workplace violence (agitated, confused, combative patients, angry family members). Must follow universal safety precautions. Frequent exposure to hydrocollator. Moderate to frequent exposure to oven, stove, microwave, and heat gun depending on venue of care. May be exposed to constant interruptions, noise, disagreeable odors, and assorted chemicals. Must cope with high caseloads and multiple demands. May float to other units. May be required to be on call status, work weekends, or flex schedule. Required to work with wheelchairs, walkers, and other rehab equipment on a daily basis. Frequent exposure to grease, tools, equipment with sharp edges, and lifting of equipment. Aquatics: Frequent exposure to pool chemicals. Frequent exposure to heat and humidity in pool area. Community re-entry and Home Evaluations: Exposed to traffic and weather conditions while riding or driving with patients in vehicle. Potential for high stress level. Potential for involvement in accidents involving property damage, injury and even death. Frequent exposure to weather extremes. All applicants will receive consideration regardless of membership in any protected status as defined by applicable state or federal law, including protected veteran or disability status.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy
PT (Physical Therapist) OR Temporary PT (Physical Therapist)
BLS (Basic Life Support) Issued by American Red Cross or American Heart Association within 30 days of hire
This job requires the incumbents to operate an INTEGRIS-owned vehicle OR personal vehicle (non-INTEGRIS-owned) and therefore must have a current Oklahoma State Driver's License as well as a driving record which is acceptable to our insurance carrier.

Nice To Haves

Previous relevant experience
Aquatics Department Only: 2 years of experience and aquatic experience
Therapy Resource Pool Only: 2 years of experience
Community Re-entry Department Only: 2 years of experience in inpatient rehabilitation
Hand Therapy Department Only: Certified Hand Therapist.

Responsibilities

Interprets referrals; examines, evaluates, and develops and modifies physical therapy plan of care including anticipated goals and expected outcomes for patients.
Performs a comprehensive physical, psychosocial, and safety assessment of assigned patients as evidenced by clinical documentation.
Coordinates patient care with other clinical team members ensuring optimal patient care and communication as noted in the clinical record.
Directs Physical Therapy Assistants to perform specific components of treatment and interventions and remains responsible for the episode of patient care.
May act as clinical instructor and or assist with orientation of new employees or volunteers.
Provides and modifies skilled interventions through the use of therapeutic procedures and techniques to produce changes in the condition consistent with the diagnosis and prognosis.
Initiates promptly the appropriate corrective action(s) when abnormal condition or response is noted.
Written reports are concise, legible and accurate and done in a timely manner.
Understands the developmental life span of the patient; assesses, interprets and provides care/service in a safe environment according to age specific and cultural needs; evidence and documentation such as test, direct observation and demonstration.
Plans for and provides skilled occupational therapy treatment in the home, reassessing the patient's status on each visit and ensuring quality of care as documented in the clinical record.
Maintains and submits all required patient documentation in a timely manner and in accordance with home health policies and procedures.