Physical Therapist

Physical Therapist

Sacred Circle Healthcare is seeking a full‑time Physical Therapist for our Wendover, Utah clinic.

As a health division of the Confederated Tribes of the Goshute Reservation, Sacred Circle Healthcare preserves the Goshute heritage of protecting and caring for family and extends the tradition to all marginalized and underserved populations in our area. We refuse to let access, ethnicity, or socioeconomic status restrict someone from receiving complete healthcare.

Responsible for providing, managing, and planning direct physical therapy health care for a specified patient population.

Reports to:

Physical Therapy Director.

Department:
Physical Therapy.

Business Unit:
Sacred Circle Primary Care.

Worker Status: 40.

Location:

Wendover, Utah.

Work Schedule:

To Be Determined. Availability required 7:45 am–6:30 pm, Monday through Friday. Evening and weekend work may be required as needed.

Additional Information:
Due to the remote location of this position, limited housing accommodations and transportation assistance may be available for employees based on operational needs and availability.

• Provides and manages compassionate and patient‑centered care, including physical examinations, evaluations, assessments, diagnoses, and treatment for a specified patient population.
• Develops care plans using a variety of treatment techniques.
• Motivates patients during treatment to help them function optimally.
• Consults and practices with other health professionals.
• Directs and coordinates patient physical therapy treatment activities.
• Supervises physical therapy assistants and aides.
• Keeps accurate patient records of history and activities regarding patient therapy treatment.
• Keeps abreast of advancements in physical therapy.
• Complies with all applicable state/federal laws, rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Maintains strict confidentiality.
• Reads, understands, and adheres to all Sacred Circle Health Care Policies and Procedures.
• Practices and adheres to the Code of Conduct and Mission and Values Statements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT).

Two (2) or more years of physical therapy related experience.

• Interest in persistent/chronic pain.
• Interest in working with underserved and tribal populations in an interdisciplinary setting.
• Well‑rounded clinical skills with ability to handle all ages and a full range of diagnoses.
• Experience/familiarity with pain neuroscience education (PNE).

• Experience working with the Native American community.

• Knowledge of legal and ethical standards for the delivery of care.
• Knowledge of, and familiarity with, pain neuroscience education (PNE).
• Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements.
• Knowledge of organizational policies, procedures, systems, and objectives.
• Skills in critical thinking and reasoning that values patient education.
• Ability to handle all ages and a full range of diagnoses.
• Ability to use computer systems and applications.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.
• Ability to plan and organize.
• Ability to evaluate the effectiveness of existing methods and procedures.
• Ability to operate office equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients/clients, clinical and administrative staff in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and policies and procedures.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

• Competitive pay
• Healthcare coverage for you and your family
• Generous PTO, paid holidays and floating holidays to celebrate what is important to you (prorated for part‑time employees)
• License renewal and recertification support
• CE/CME support
• SCHC malpractice coverage, as applicable
• Student loan repayment options
• Retirement matching to invest in your future
• Colleagues that are unparalleled
• A culture that is second to none

Sacred Circle Healthcare/Confederated Tribes of the Goshute Reservation gives preference