Physical Therapist - Temporary

Fairview Health Services•Maplewood, MN

5d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a temporary physical therapist to support acute care patient needs at M Health Fairview Woodwinds Hospital in Woodbury! In collaboration with patients and families, the physical therapist is responsible for providing safe and effective delivery of patient care within scope of practice. This includes examination, evaluation, diagnosis, planning, intervention and establishing outcomes. This is a temporary position with a 6-month assignment. The role is 0.775 FTE (62 hours per pay period), working three days per week and every fourth weekend (Saturday and Sunday), with 8-hour shifts. Fairview Rehabilitation offers a broad range of services across multiple settings and collaborates with colleagues in all medical settings, offering numerous specialty programs. As an academic health system, we foster a collaborative culture centered on learning and evidence-based, patient-centered care. Our continuing education program provides over 40 free courses annually and supports external CE courses. As a member of the Fairview rehab team, you will have opportunities for formal mentorship, clinical specialization, and recognition/compensation through our clinical specialist program. As an industry leader, our therapists play a critical role in helping patients achieve their goals and live more fulfilling lives.

Requirements

Physical Therapy License in the state of Minnesota or temporary license in the state of Minnesota
Basic Life Support (American Heart Association or Red Cross)

Nice To Haves

Doctorate of Physical Therapy
1 year experience

Responsibilities

Partners with the patient and family while performing the Evaluation/Re-evaluation
Gathers pertinent data
Performs examination
Determines treatment diagnosis
Develops an individualized plan of care through collaboration with the patient and family
Analyzes data to identify needs and potential risks
Determines prognosis for recovery
Establishes individualized goals with patient and/or caregiver
Individualizes plan of care considering developmental level and cultural differences
Implements and modifies plan of care based on reassessment and patient response
Coordinates care and communicates effectively with interdisciplinary team for all aspects of patient care
Establishes appropriate discharge plan
Partners with patients and families to provide skilled intervention
Implements plan of care
Alters treatment/plan of care to reflect change in patient status and response to treatment
Assesses patient and/or caregiver learning needs and provides appropriate education