Physical Therapist - Outpatient
Job in
Eau Claire, Eau Claire County, Wisconsin, 54701, USA
Listing for:
Salem Health Hospitals & Clinics
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-02-28
Job specializations:
-
Healthcare
Healthcare Nursing
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 10000 USD Monthly
USD
10000.00
MONTH
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Tomah Memorial Hospital
Tomah Memorial Hospital
EOE
POSITION DETAILS
Part‑time or full‑time opportunity available – both options come with a full benefits package; day shift Monday through Friday which will include shifts as early as 7 am or as late as 6 pm; holiday and weekend on‑call rotation required. Position will be based in the outpatient area. Pay based on experience. Includes a $10,000 sign‑on bonus for full‑time and $5,000 for part‑time: this will be broken into installments of $2,500 with the first one occurring on the closest pay period for the new hire.
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JOB SUMMARY
The practice of physical therapy shall include assessment, treatment, planning, implementation, education, communication and demonstration of leadership to address the needs of patients and their families, as well as to foster a positive working relationship among professionals and ancillary staff. This person may be caring for infants, children, adolescents, adults and/or senior patients and will have the knowledge and skills to care for the patient and developmental needs of these populations.
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JOB FUNCTION
Provides direct patient care, evaluates functional needs and outcomes, and consults with other specialists as needed. Reassesses patient's functional needs and adjusts care plan as indicated to ensure optimal patient outcome.Performs comprehensive patient evaluation, including tests of muscles, nerves, joint integrity and functional ability.Conducts therapy practice within defined standards of care and consistent with current PT Practice Act in treatment areas which include but are not limited to Acute Care floor, Rehab Services gym, treatment rooms, and aquatic pool.Performs instruction of patient, family, staff, student or intern with consideration to physical/developmental age, ability/readiness to learn, cultural/emotional religious/social barriers. Uses diagrams and/or handouts as necessary to facilitate the learning process.Delivers age specific care to pediatric and geriatric clientele dependent on their growth, development, and mental age/capacity. Responds appropriately to physically and mentally challenged clientele.Directs the practice of support staff in order to achieve the patient's functional goals.Communicates effectively with other professional and support staff in order to achieve positive patient outcomes.Promotes and contributes to a positive, problem‑solving environment.Maintains established hospital and departmental policies and guidelines, objectives, quality improvement program, safety, environmental and infection control standards.Documents evaluations, treatment goals and plans. Regularly updates documentation and maintains all required prescriptions and signatures.Enhances professional growth and development of self and others through participation in educational programs, current literature, in‑service meetings and workshops.Provides direction and leadership to staff, students and new graduates. Acts as a resource to promote physical therapy within the community.Maintains a professional attitude and observes proper ethics.Demonstrates proficiency in regards to the computer documentation of patient cares and any other related computerized patient information/documentation.Keeps co‑workers up to date with any changes in the care delivery process on the Medical/Surgical floor.Coordinates the quality improvement projects related to inpatient physical therapy.Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.Assist with data collection and analysis for Quality Improvement projects.STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR
WORK ETHICS STANDARD:
Affirms a commitment to making the Tomah Health work environment better through: patient advocacy, continuing education, and valuation of each individual person.COMMUNICATION STANDARD:
Affirms a commitment to use open and honest communication with all Tomah Health customers (in‑house & community‑wide) through: basic customer courtesy (phone, written, face‑to‑face) and active listening.TEAMWORK STANDARD:
Affirms a commitment to be a proud, dependable Tomah Health TEAM member through: basic customer courtesy, patient advocacy, flexibility, and valuation of…
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