Physical Therapist - Outpatient FT (Extended Hours) - Duluth, MN

Essentia Health • Duluth, MN

1d • Onsite

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 full-time position is scheduled for 40 hours per week, working four to five days per week. One to two days will include evening hours ending at 6:00–6:15 p.m., with remaining days concluding between 5:00–5:30 p.m. Scheduling options include four 10-hour shifts or five later weekday shifts.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, or Doctorate Degrees from a physical therapy accredited program
• Current physical therapy license in the state performing services

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Benefits

• medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs.
• 401(k) plan with employer contributions
• training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.
• flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees