Physical Therapist- Pediatrics FTE, Day Shift

Position: Physical Therapist- Pediatrics (FT- 1.0 FTE, Day Shift)
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* Position Summary:

** This position exists to provide excellent physical therapy services. The purpose of this position is to evaluate patients, establish and implement a plan of care based upon evaluation findings, and provide health and wellness education.
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* Minimum Qualifications:

**** Required
* ** Bachelor’s Degree
* Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Program
* Montana Licensure (Physical Therapist)
* American Heart Association BLS required within 1 month of hire
* Participates in two hours of initial cerebrovascular disease (stroke) education within one year of hire.
** Preferred
* ** Two years of physical therapy experience
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* Essential Job Functions:

** In addition to the essential functions of the job listed below, employees must have on-time completion of all required education as assigned per DNV requirements, Bozeman Health policy, and other registry requirements.
* Evaluates physical and functional status of patients and establishes & implements appropriate plan of care within the scope of Physical Therapy Practice.
* Documents initial evaluations, re-evaluations, progress notes, daily treatment, education and discharge summaries within compliance of BH Rehab policies.
* Educates patients, families, and caregivers in strategies to manage pain, improve safety and function and educate re: individualized plan of care. Documents appropriately.
* Identifies issues re: patient safety and follows through with processes to accomplish safety for all involved. (family, caregiver, patient)
** Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
*** Demonstrates sound judgement, patience, and maintains a professional demeanor at all times
* Ability to work in a busy and stressful environment
* Creativity, problem analysis and decision making
* Ability to work varied shifts
* Exercises tact, discretion, sensitivity and maintains confidentiality
* Self-directed, completes assignments accurately, thoroughly and with minimal oversight
* Strong emotional intelligence, interpersonal and teamwork skills
** Schedule Requirements
*** This role requires regular and sustained attendance.
* The position may necessitate working beyond a standard 40-hour workweek, including weekends and after-hours shifts.
* On-call work may be required to respond promptly to organizational, patient, or employee needs.
** Physical Requirements**
* ** Lifting (Repeatedly – 50 pounds):
** Exerting force occasionally and/or using a negligible amount of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects or people.
* ** Sit (Occasionally):
** Maintaining a sitting posture for extended periods may include adjusting body position to prevent discomfort or strain.
* ** Stand (Repeatedly):
** Maintaining a standing posture for extended periods may include adjusting body position to prevent discomfort or strain.
* ** Walk (Repeatedly):
** Walking and moving around within the work area requires good balance and coordination.
* ** Climb (Rarely):
** Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like using feet and legs; may also use hands and arms.
* ** Twist/Bend/Stoop/Kneel (Repeatedly):
** Twisting, bending, and stooping require flexibility and a wide range of motion in the spine and joints.
* ** Reach Above Shoulder Level (Repeatedly):
** Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling objects as necessary above the shoulder, requiring strength and stability.
* ** Push/Pull (Repeatedly):
** Using the upper extremities to press or exert force against something with steady force to thrust forward, downward, or outward.
* ** Fine-Finger Movements (Continuously):
** Picking, pinching, typing, or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than using the whole hand as in handling.
* ** Vision (Continuously):
** Close visual acuity to prepare and analyze data and figures and to read computer screens, printed materials, and handwritten materials.
* ** Cognitive Skills (Continuously):
** Learn new tasks, remember processes, maintain focus, complete tasks independently, and make timely decisions in the context of a workflow.
* ** Exposures (Continuously):
** Bloodborne pathogens, such as blood, bodily fluids, or tissues. Radiation in settings where medical…