Physical Therapist - Rural Services Ada, MN

Job Description:

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.

• Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, or Doctorate Degrees from a physical therapy accredited program

• 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, and home health facilities.
• Deliver high-quality care to a diverse patient population with varying needs and conditions.

This role will be scheduled Monday - Friday, daytime hours.

• Current license in the state performing services.

Ada, MN:

• Must meet the driving requirements and criteria acceptable to Essentia Health’s insurer.

• Our mission and values are patient-centered, emphasizing the delivery of quality care.
• An annual continuing education budget is provided to support therapists in advancing their education and clinical skills*.
• 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.
• * Must meet minimum FTE requirements.