Physical Therapist - Rural Healthcare (FT) - Fosston, MN
Essentia Health•Fosston, MN
•Onsite
About The Position
Essentia Health is seeking a Physical Therapist to join their team at Fosston Hospital. This full-time position involves evaluating, planning, treating, and implementing care for patients in accordance with professional standards and Essentia Health policies. The role requires providing comprehensive care across various settings within rural healthcare, including outpatient, inpatient, home health, and skilled nursing facilities, serving a diverse patient population. The schedule is Monday through Friday, daytime hours.
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 minimum FTE requirements
Nice To Haves
- 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
Responsibilities
- 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.
- 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, home health, and skilled nursing facilities.
- Deliver high-quality care to a diverse patient population with varying needs and conditions.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Supplemental insurance options
- 401(k) plan with employer contributions
- Training
- Tuition reimbursement
- Educational programs
- Flexible scheduling
- Generous time off
- Wellness resources focused on physical, mental, and emotional health
- An annual continuing education budget is provided to support therapists in advancing their education and clinical skills
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
