Physical Therapist

Samaritan Health Services
US - Oregon - Lebanon
October 31, 2024

• Starting bonus and/or relocation available to new employees. Previous experience may be required. Employment commitment to Samaritan is required.

JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE
- Responsible for providing safe and effective Physical Therapy services by implementing appropriate evaluation, treatment, and education designed to meet the identified needs and functional goals of the patient. Communicates effectively and professionally with patients, families/caregivers, and team members. Promotes teamwork.
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
- The Rehabilitation teams at Samaritan Health Services evaluate and treat patients with injuries or conditions that have caused either a decline in physical mobility or functional independence. In addition to acute and swing bed rehab, we offer a variety of outpatient services including sports and orthopedic rehab, pediatric rehab, neurological and stroke rehab, balance and dizziness rehab, wheelchair seating, and neck, back and extremity care.
EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS
- Current unencumbered Oregon Physical Therapy license required.
- Healthcare Provider Level BLS required.
- Must be able to travel to multiple points of care.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
- Therapy and Counseling - Possess the skills and knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and cognitive conditions. Ability to provide counseling and guidance.
- Business Writing - Strong business writing skills, including the ability to professionally communicate clinical content in written documentation that is easily understood by the end user.
- Communication - Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues. Ability to perform group presentations and listen to and understand complex information and ideas.
- Team Building - Ability to work, function and communicate on a multi-disciplinary team. Possess the knowledge and skills to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintain them over time.
- Time Management - Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to complete within required time frames and to follow-up on pending issues. Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast-paced environments and under pressure.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Rarely
  
  (1 - 10% of the time)
  Occasionally
  
  (11 - 33% of the time)
  Frequently
  
  (34 - 66% of the time)
  Continually
  
  (67 - 100% of the time)
  CLIMB - STAIRS
  LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 40 - 60 Lbs
  CRAWL (hands & knees)
  ENTER & EXIT VEHICLE/MACHINERY
  PINCH Fingers
  SIT
  LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 - 20 Lbs
  LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs
  LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 20 - 40 Lbs
  LIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 0 - 20 Lbs
  CARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
  CARRY 2-handed, 20 - 40 pounds
  SQUAT Repetitive
  BEND FORWARD at waist
  KNEEL (on knees)
  ROTATE TRUNK Sitting
  ROTATE TRUNK Standing
  REACH - Upward
  GRASP

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