Physical Therapist - Acute Pediatrics
Physical Therapist - Acute Pediatrics
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Job Description
Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. Were proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.
Work Shift:
8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40Salary Range: $33.00 - $52.00Union Position:
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Primarily acute pediatric caseload at Sanford Medical Center Fargo.Summary
Plans organizes and delivers physical therapy programs that help patients recover and improve their mobility relieve pain increase strength and prevent deformities. Conducts examinations evaluations and interventions patients who are affected by injury or disease.Job Description
Utilizes tools and techniques to administer physical therapy interventions following safeguards. Documents patients information for evaluation; establishes therapeutic plans and modifies them if necessary. Educates clients/patients/residents and their family members about treatment plans/schedules and self-exercises to be continued at home. Knowledge of and utilizes appropriate age-related treatments and evaluations relating to the needs of the patient. Demonstrate and incorporates knowledge of current research into daily treatment of patients.
Position will be primarily Acute Pediatrics but may treat individuals of all ages with varying diagnosis and disorders. Will demonstrate documentation in accordance with departmental guidelines and meet all regulatory requirements. Demonstrates level of treatment associated with their specialty provided to their patients. Follows and adheres to accepted clinical practice guidelines of professional organization.
Exhibits flexibility with acceptance of variable work schedules/assignments. Participates in activities to promote the department Good Samaritan Society and Sanford Health. Will be interacting with individuals outside of the department including but not limited to: providers case managers third party payers public organizations companies/contractual partners etc. May be asked to supervise assistants aides and students as they provide patient care treatment or other services. Will be expected to provide ongoing education and training to peers in the area(s) of expertise as determined by the department leadership. Performs other related duties as requested by manager.
Qualifications
Appropriate education level required in accordance with state licensure.Must be licensed in the state(s) of practice as a Physical applicable may require valid drivers license. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications. Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care providers required or within the first 60 days of employment.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
