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Job Title: Physical Therapist | Home Care | Vermillion

City: Vermillion

State: SD

Department : VNA - Nursing Home & Community Based Services - General Admin - Sioux Falls

Job Schedule: Full Time

Shift: Days

Hours Per Shift: 8 hr

JOB SUMMARY

Plans, organizes and delivers physical therapy programs that help clients/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. Utilizes tools and techniques to administer physical therapy interventions following safeguards. Documents client's/patient's information for evaluation; establishes therapeutic plans and modifies them if necessary. Educates clients/patients 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 clients/patients. Demonstrate and incorporate knowledge of current research into daily treatment of clients/patients. 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 clients/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 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.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Directs the implementation of the physical therapy process in a variety of service settings. Demonstrates knowledge of development and delivery of patient education for diverse audiences. Conducts the activities required in each step of the physical therapy process. Applies physical therapy tools and technologies according to a client/patient's individual case. Analyzes and records the therapeutic progress of clients/patients; recommends necessary adjustments. Identifies common patient safety risks within the organization and how they can be avoided. Establishes and maintains productive working relationships within and outside of own area. Follows guidelines, regulations, standards and safety procedures in the therapy process. Recognizes ethical requirements within own specialized areas of responsibility. Knowledge of the value of self-motivation and initiative; ability and willingness to seek out work and the drive to accomplish goals. Seeks opportunities to serve as a mentor. Adheres to legal regulations and organizational policies when discussing patient health information. Identifies the importance of monitoring patient responses and reactions during therapy. Safeguards clients/patients in the treatment process (e.g. during movement into/onto equipment). Provides insights into the application of various physical therapy treatments in different cases. Evaluates and modifies a physical therapy plan according to a client/patient's health status.

QUALIFICATIONS

Appropriate education level required in accordance with state licensure.

Must be licensed in the state(s) of practice as a Physical Therapist. When applicable, may require valid driver's 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.

About Sanford Health:

At Sanford Health, we are dedicated to the work of health and healing.

Every day, we show that commitment by delivering the highest quality of care to the communities we serve.

We are leaders in health care and strive to provide patients across the region with convenient access to expert medical care,

leading-edge technologies and world-class facilities.

In addition to strong clinical care, we are also committed to research,

education and community growth. We engage in medical research to not only discover innovative ways to provide care, but also cures for common diseases.

We continuously seek new ways to achieve our vision of improving the human condition

here in your community, across the region and around the world.

The entire team at Sanford Health recognizes the value of healthy families

and communities. We continue to gain momentum and expand our reach. Together, we can make a positive difference now, and in the future.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

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Job Type: Full-time

License:

• Physical Therapist (Required)