Physical Therapist - Home Health

** Description*
* Peace Health Home Health in Springfield, OR is seeking a Physical Therapist - Home Health for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position. The salary range for this job opening at Peace Health is $45.14 - $67.70. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.

* Hiring bonus and relocation assistance may be available
* ** Job Summary*
* Responsible for the evaluation of patients, determining plan-of-care and goals of treatment, participating in treatment of patients within the scope of Physical Therapy. May provide oversight to therapy assistants and/or students in following the plan-of-care and treatment of patients appropriate to the age of the patient served; may provide supervision to therapy aides and/or volunteers. Works as part of a patient care team toward the best outcomes for the patient.

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* What you will do:

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* + 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.

+ Makes recommendations for relative content and scope of therapy services and implements policies and procedures that guide and support the provision of services.

+ Recommends and develops new therapy services and programs in collaboration with staff.

+ May spend minimal time to assist with evaluating and orienting new caregivers and making recommendations to management regarding equipment and space needs related to physical therapy functions.

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* What you bring:

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* + Bachelor's, Master's or Doctorate Degree

Required:

Physical Therapy accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education or closely related field (foreign equivalent accepted)

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Required:

Physical Therapist License State of Oregon

+ Requires one year of Physical Therapist experience, with home health/geriatric experience preferred.

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Required:

Upon Hire Basic Life Support through American Heart Association or American Red Cross

+ Valid driver's license and proof of auto insurance.

Peace Health 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.

See how Peace Health is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility (https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Health-Statement-of-Commitment-to-Diversity-and-Inclusion-) .

For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.

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