Physical Therapist

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Physical Therapist, you will help patients rebuild or maintain their physical wellbeing so they can function at their best level, reduce pain, and improve their quality of life.

Every day you will perform initial evaluations, develop and update individualized plans of care, and provide a variety of direct treatments. You will be expected to consistently meet patient care productivity standards, collaborate with the interdisciplinary team and families, and promote a positive customer service environment.

To be successful in this role, you must possess strong age-appropriate competency skills, excellent communication abilities, and a collaborative, patient-centered approach to care.

• Performs patient assessment/data collection, interprets findings and formulates treatment plans. Reviews medical record/documentation prior to initial evaluation to familiarize self with patient's history and obtains necessary information to perform a thorough, quality assessment. Develops Physical Therapy plan of care to meet established goals and individualized needs of patient/client. Selects and administers assessment tools according to standards as established by profession and department.
• Implements and updates therapeutic plan of care and treatment based on patient needs throughout patient's course of care. Implements treatment and conducts treatment program which may include but is not limited to: transfer and mobility training, strengthening, range of motion, use of therapeutic modalities, home evaluation, family training, equipment recommendations and ordering. Regularly assesses clinical signs and symptoms to determine effectiveness of treatment, progress of patient towards goals, the need for modifying goals and treatment. Performs treatment according to according to established protocols or accepted clinical standards of practice using a variety of modalities and implements new and innovative treatment approaches.
• Adheres to most recent treatment plan and documented frequency per evaluation/certification or reassessment/recertification. Initiates discharge from physical therapy when the patient has received maximum benefit from services. Identifies and implements strategies to meet the educational needs of the patient/family/significant others as it relates to physical therapy. Participates in supervision and performance feedback of staff, aides, students, volunteers as requested.
• Completes all required documentation, in an accurate and thorough manner, of Physical Therapy treatment in accordance with FHS documentation standard. Utilizes documentation that meets the accepted clinical, hospital and departmental standards and chart review criteria. Completes documentation responsibilities in a timely manner according to hospital and departmental criteria. Participates in chart review process and adjusts practices according to feedback as provided.
• Cultural Sensitivity and Competence: Demonstrates proper use of communication tools/materials for effective communication and understands how the culture(s) of patient populations can affect communication, collaboration and the provision of care, treatment and services. Patient Population Served: Demonstrates knowledge and proper skills associated with the department's defined specific populations served.
• Lead Job Duties: Completes/monitors daily patient schedule and oversees clinical patient loads; communicates with Supervisor/Manager regarding daily schedule or staffing issues; oversees and/or delegates orientation of new staff, students, and volunteers. Acts as liaison to Manager/Supervisor, department staff and other disciplines; meets with Manager/Supervisor a minimum of monthly; communicates team input regarding program development/enhancement. Coordinates and/or facilitates team communication and effectiveness; schedules and facilitates team meetings on a regular basis as appropriate and necessary; promotes and ensures collaboration between clinical staff and support staff; communicates support staff availability for therapy related tasks and determines appropriate method for work completion. Assumes responsibility to ensure quality performance, efficiency, and effectiveness of the team; assumes authority to triage and problem-solve for daily team functioning as appropriate; provides appropriate input for Supervisor/Manager regarding therapist performance standards and technical competencies.

Job Requirements

Required

• Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy Program and completion of Clinical Fieldwork, upon hire and
• LEAD: minimum of two years of clinical physical therapy experience in the direct delivery of patient care. and
• Physical Therapist: WA, upon hire and
• Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire

Preferred

• Knowledge and experience in rehabilitation, orthopedic, medical/surgical settings that demonstrates attainment of the requisite job knowledge skills/abilities and
• PAIN MANAGEMENT: Two (2) years full-time experience within the last five years, with caseload emphasis on physical disabilities, medical/surgical, orthopedic, or pain management and
• LYMPHEDEMA: Two (2) years full-time experience within last five years recommended, with caseload emphasis acute physical disabilities, especially in the treatment of lymphedema.

Where You'll Work

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.

Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person - body, mind, and spirit - in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.

Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.

We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.