Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate in Physical Therapy from an accredited program
Current state license for physical therapy practice
BLS certification or ability to acquire within a month of hire
Proven communication and professional skills
Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams
Responsibilities
Evaluate patients and develop customized treatment plans
Implement evidence-based therapy interventions
Educate patients and caregivers about treatment processes
Handle administrative tasks like documentation and billing
Supervise support staff including licensed assistants and aides
Ensure compliance with organizational standards and ethics
Adapt to high patient need areas and assist in various departments
Benefits
Flexible scheduling options on weekdays
Opportunity to work without weekend or holiday shifts
Engagement with a multidisciplinary care team
Involvement in clinical education and professional committees
Commitment to ongoing professional development
Full Job Description
Building Location: St Marys Hospital - Detroit Lakes
Department:
Job Description: 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.
Education Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, or Doctorate Degrees from a physical therapy accredited program
This position will provide Outpatient Physical Therapy services to patients in their home in Detroit Lakes, MN & Fosston, MN.
Key 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
Schedule is generally Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm. Can be flexible on schedule. No weekend, holiday or on-call requirements.
Licensure/Certification Qualifications:
Current license in the state performing services
Homecare Departments:
Must meet the driving requirements and criteria acceptable to Essentia Health's insurer
BLS certified or ability to become certified within 1 month from hire date
FTE: 1
Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:
Shift Rotation: Day Rotation (United States of America)
Shift Start Time: 8:00am
Shift End Time: 4:30pm
Weekends:
Holidays: No
Call Obligation: No
Union:
Union Posting Deadline:
Compensation Range: $79,497.60 - $119,246.40
About Essentia Health
Essentia Health is an integrated health system serving patients in Minnesota, Wisconsin, North Dakota, and Idaho. It is guided by the values of quality, hospitality, respect, justice, stewardship, and teamwork. Essentia Health provides a wide range of medical services, including primary care, specialty care, hospital care, and long-term care. It also operates pharmacies, fitness centers, and other health-related businesses. Essentia Health has over 14,000 employees, including more than 1,800 physicians and advanced practitioners.
