Acute Care Physical Therapist

Job Description This position is responsible for screening, testing, evaluating, diagnosing, and treating injuries, diseases, and disabilities using physical therapy procedures and modalities in accordance with standard physical therapy practices. In addition, this position is responsible for consulting, educating, and training patients, families, and caregivers and for collaborating with care teams and stakeholders to deliver quality, patient-centered care. Essential Functions Promotes mission, vision, and values of Intermountain Health and abides by service standards. Provides competent physical therapy services, staying updated on standard practices for different patient groups. Conducts evaluations and treatments according to professional standards (APTA), considering diagnosis, history, and physician referrals, and develops care plans with specific goals based on patient assessments. Meets established productivity standards for the department or service line. Keeps thorough and timely patient records as required by regulations and facility policies; completes patient billing accurately and promptly. Communicates effectively with patients, families, physicians, and healthcare providers about patient needs and goals; ensures smooth operations and optimal use of rehabilitation services. Manages all aspects of patient care and education, including supervising assistants, aides, office staff, and students to ensure high-quality care. Participates in and promotes continuing education opportunities for self and staff, seeking new learning opportunities according to licensure requirements. Engages in quality improvement processes, including safe equipment use, improving clinical outcomes, patient access, patient experience, and all aspects of the Intermountain Operating Model; participates in utilization review audits. Participates in patient care conferences, interdisciplinary meetings, staff meetings, and necessary professional and work groups in collaboration/consensus with leaders. Contributes to program development and marketing strategies to grow the physical therapy program and achieve department goals. Skills Quality Improvement Verbal and Written Communication Patient Engagement Critical Thinking Time Management Care Planning Compassion Qualifications Current Physical Therapist license in states where you work. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers. Basic computer skills. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills. Experience and skill sets with the target population of the job setting. Current driver’s license, reliable transportation, and acceptable driving record. Physical Requirements Ongoing need to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, and identify equipment and supplies. Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require verbal communication and hearing and understanding spoken information, alarms, and emergencies. Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision, including frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care and preparing medication. Expected to lift and use full range of movement to transfer patients, bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment of varying weights, and navigate crowded and busy rooms (including heavy items, gurneys, and portable equipment). May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time. Location & Compensation Location: Intermountain Health Intermountain Medical Center Work City: Murray Work State: Utah Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Hourly rate: $42.66 - $65.82 (actual rate dependent upon experience) Benefits We provide a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness, including living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged. Equal Opportunity Employer Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Intermountain Health