Physical Therapist - Acute Therapy

What you will do: Evaluates assigned patients and establishes a treatment plan and goals, using data from a variety of sources, such as patient records, interviews, observation, and team members. Provides patient treatment according to plan of care and modifies plan to meet patient needs, and updates plan as appropriate. Completes documentation accurately, timely, according to regulatory and state licensure requirements, and within professional standards. Collaborates with other healthcare professionals as necessary to ensure smooth continuous care of the patients. May act as a liaison with nursing, medical and other therapy staffs to facilitate problem solving and coordination of other services and act as an educational resource. May mentor and provide oversight to new caregivers, physical therapist assistants, and/or therapy aides. Provides clinical instruction and training to students. Recommends and participates in development of new services and programs, quality improvement and monitoring activities. May participate in staff meetings, patient care meetings, educational in-services, caregiver orientation and other professional activities.

What you bring: Education Bachelor's, Master's or Doctorate Degree Required: Physical Therapyaccredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education or closely related field (foreign equivalent accepted) Credentials

Required: Physical Therapist License State of Washington

Required: Upon Hire Basic Life Support

Working Conditions: Lifting Patient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without the use of assistive equipment and/or devices (NIOSH).Fine motor skills to be able to grasp and control medical equipment and perform precise procedures. Ability to move around area with occasional sitting. Lifting (non-patient)/carrying occasionally up to 25 lbs. Push/Pull: 1-25 lbs. of force occasionally (i.e., moving equipment).Stooping/ bending/ squatting/ kneeling occasionally. Rehabilitation staff working with patients with rehabilitation goals involving bed mobility, transfers and gait may use other appropriate and approved safe techniques and equipment in the course of the rehabilitation process if determined clinically appropriate. Environmental Conditions Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles. Time spent on site in medical/hospital setting. Mental/VisualVision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information. PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.full medical/dental/vision coverage403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributionspaid time offemployer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage optionstuition and continuing education reimbursementwellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility. EEO Affiantive Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.