Physical Therapist - Casual - Brainerd
About The Position
Evaluates, plans, treats and implements care for patients in accordance with professional standards of the American Association of Physical Therapy using Clinical Practice Guidelines, and policies and procedures of Essentia Health. This is a casual position intended to provide coverage for open shifts due to PTO, leaves of absence, and other staffing needs. Inpatient and Outpatient teams consist of PTs, PTAs, OTs, Speech and Rehab Aids The schedule consists of weekdays and weekends as needed, plus a weekend rotation Patients are primarily adults and some adolescents Provide staff education, participate/lead committee groups, participate in staff onboarding/orientation May serve as a clinical instructor, participate in department or therapy discipline committees, and complete credential/certification that would benefit patient care This role includes a weekend (Saturday and Sunday) rotation approximately once every 10–12 weeks at the hospital. Shifts may range from a half day to a full day, depending on census.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, or Doctorate Degrees from a physical therapy accredited program
- Current license in the state performing services
Responsibilities
- Provides therapy evaluation, treatment planning, treatment, patient/caregiver education, and discharge planning for a full caseload of patients
- Provides 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) and complies with all organization policies.
- Complies with organization code of conduct and meets 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
Benefits
- Our mission and values are patient-centered, emphasizing the delivery of quality care
- An annual continuing education budget is provided to support therapists in advancing their education and clinical skills
- 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.
- Employment at Essentia Health qualifies you for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Please refer to the U.S. Department of Education’s website for the most current information regarding PSLF
- medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs
- 401(k) plan with employer contributions
- training
- tuition reimbursement
- educational programs
- flexible scheduling
- generous time off
- wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
