Physical Therapist Outpatient (2026-0442)

Job Title: Physical Therapist Outpatient ( Hospital-Based Ortho) Req: 2026-0442 Location: VMC Main Campus Department: Outpatient Therapy Services ( 7215 ) Shift: Full Time

FTE: 1

City State: Renton, WA Category: Professional Salary Range: Min $94,894 - Max $156,575 / annual DOE Job Description The position description is a guide to the critical duties and essential functions of the job, not an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, qualifications, physical demands, and work environment conditions. Position descriptions are reviewed and revised to meet the changing needs of the organization. TITLE: Physical Therapist Outpatient / Physical Therapist Clinical Specialist Outpatient Job Overview The Physical Therapist position requires current Physical Therapy skills to evaluate, plan, implement and/or delegate a comprehensive plan of patient care in the orthopedic, pre/post-surgical, neurological, and health/wellness service areas. Department Outpatient Therapy or Lifestyle Medicine Work Hours 7:00am - 7:00pm Monday - Friday (varies by clinic). 8- or 10-hour shifts may be available, dependent upon patient/clinic need. Reports To Manager, designee - Supervisor or Lead Prerequisites Current or in process Washington State PT License or Interim License Qualifications Current BLS certification within 90 days of hire Professional appearance Effective interpersonal skills Demonstrates ability to prioritize multiple tasks, set priorities and work accurately and independently. Demonstrates ability to communicate and to work effectively with the physical, emotional, socioeconomical, and developmental abilities and needs of all age groups, cultural and social backgrounds, and other diversity related contributors Unique Physical/Mental Demands, Environment and Working Conditions Occasionally requires transfer of patients weighing up to or exceeding 200 lbs. needing maximum assistance from wheelchair to table and back to chair. This position requires the ability to recognize own limitations with regards to load handling and regularly seeks assistance when demand of transfer or lift exceeds individual physical abilities. This position requires standing, sitting, crouching, bending, and walking for extensive periods of time. This position requires hand dexterity for manual treatment techniques and to operate equipment (i.e., ROM, manual therapy treatments, ultrasound, or electrical stimulation unit, etc.). Must be able to lift, carry a minimum of 40 pounds to complete patient care responsibilities. Performance Responsibilities Generic Job Functions: See Job Description for Clinical Partner Essential Responsibilities and Competencies: Physical Therapist RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE INDIVIDUAL - see Generic Job Description - Clinical Partner Maintains all appropriate certifications and licenses specific to the role. Complies with the professional ethics and code of conduct set by professional organization, e.g., American Physical Therapy Association and the Washington State Practice Act. PROVISION OF CARE, TREATMENT AND SERVICES - see Generic Job Description - Clinical Partner Perform evaluations that include patient/client functional status appropriate to the patient/client diagnosis, needs or condition. Collect, analyze, and integrate the information in the evaluations from all sources of the health care team including sources such as but not limited to; patient/family interview, patient observation, RN, MD, and other discipline specific assessments. Ability to integrate this information to set appropriate plan of care for therapy services. Elicits information from patient/client on the identified needs and priorities and incorporate this into the assessment and plan of care. Set specific goals in the plan of care as determined at the time of the evaluation. Specific goals will assist each patient/client in restoring, improving, or maintaining each patient/client optimal level performance in self-care, self-responsibility, independence, and quality of life. Adheres to the Department and Organizational Policies/Procedures and Treatment Protocols in all clinical areas. Perform and document re-evaluations or re-assessments with the revision of treatment plans and goals according to standards and at regular intervals. This is dependent upon the patient/client significant change in condition or diagnosis, or per standards of care intervals. Perform telehealth/virtual visits using appropriate documentation and coding standards of care. Provide patient/client education that will assist them in meeting their goals and increase their functional skills and improve their quality of life and health. Act as a resource for the development, refinement, and revision of patient educational materials for quality service delivery. Collaborates with the full care team to provide appropriate patient care information and alters treatment plan as needed by incorporating information obtained by other team members into the treatment plan. Ability to determine the need for further treatment, discharge, or continuation of care with appropriate services including prescribed fitness. Ability to provide appropriate information to subsequent providers related to the patient/client's plan of care and services when a patient moves to different services. Collaboration and Mentorship Provides direct supervision to Physical Therapy Assistant, Exercise Specialist, and Rehab Aide staff for patient/client treatment and programs. Delegates patients appropriately to assistant and exercise staff with clear communication and guidance as needed for successful patient care outcomes. Provides answers to the Assistant Therapist/Exercise Specialist questions and provides feedback and education for treatment techniques and treatment progression. Provides clear and concise information to support staff for accurate assistance in patient scheduling, registration and financial information. Orients new staff, students, and volunteers as appropriate. Information Management Completes authorization or certification for care in a timely manner to allow for continuity of care for outpatient physical therapy. Assists in obtaining orders and written prescriptions for appropriate therapy. Follows up as necessary in accordance with developed standards. Perform accurate, appropriate, and timely documentation according to the standards, protocols, and pathways as appropriate. Completes documentation within 3 days of the completed visit or before next scheduled visit for therapy services. Follows policies and procedures for appropriate billing in a timely manner for patient care. Understands and properly utilizes Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes in accordance with documented services performed during treatment. Demonstrates an understanding of the 8‑minute rule vs. substantial portion methodology to appropriately apply coding for services performed. Understands and incorporates all other rules, laws and regulations pertaining to patient billing and documentation for quality patient care. Utilizes technology for communication with team as appropriate. Utilize email, internet, voicemail, and other technology to create an efficient environment for teamwork. Ability to utilize all technology to assist with meeting patient care needs, quality management reviews, and outcome information and improving quality patient care outcomes. Able to utilize technology in monitoring patient information, quality improvement processes, and program evaluation. Leadership Participates in the development of new programs or program changes and methods by which a specific service department or program can expand and better serve the community. Participates in networking and professional collaboration to promote Therapy Services clinics or programs. Ability to learn new methods of service delivery as appropriate and as they arise. Works to embody Pinnacle and Valley Medical Center's Mission, Vision, Values in work duties. Participates in educational activities, providing in‑services following the attendance of continuing education courses. Participates in the strategic plan initiatives led by Strategic Leaders. Participates in community service/volunteering events. Improving Organizational Performance Assists Department Leadership in setting goals and objectives for the clinical services for specific programs or overall service and program delivery. Meets department‑specific productivity standards. Creates, collects, analyzes data to participate in department process improvement as related to program evaluations, patient care needs or as directed by Director, Manager, Clinical Lead, or designee. Understands and values research in critically looking at individual patient care and program development and process or outcome improvement. Shares this with others and show evidence of growth in practice area. Environment of Care / Infection Control and Prevention Always maintains safe and efficient patient care areas to ensure safety of patients, visitors, and staff. Maintains a clean workstation and safely handles technology. Actively seeks new ways to work with patients via new equipment or supplies, new treatment, or evaluation methods, and serves as a resource to other staff in the use of equipment and treatment techniques. Emergency Management Participate in ongoing identification of risks for department or team and provide feedback regarding the development of strategies for preparedness. Fulfill clinical/non-clinical role, as assigned during an emergency. Continue to provide appropriate care, treatment, and services to our patients during an emergency. Provide feedback to team on evaluation of emergency operations for department/team and assist to return department to normal operations as assigned. Lifestyle Medicine Core Competencies The Physical Therapist in Lifestyle Medicine has the unique requirement of working in an interdisciplinary care team to provide comprehensive lifestyle modification and behavior change programming. They have specific knowledge and understanding of the lifestyle medicine field and the physical therapists' role in exercise prescription and active rehabilitation. As a member of the Lifestyle Medicine clinical team, this position requires competency in health risk assessment measurements and assessment of values, with incorporation of these results into an integrated plan of care. Lifestyle Medicine‑Specific Patient Care Competencies Independent performance and assessment of Health Risk Stratification to be incorporated into the patient assessment and plan of care design. Collaborates with the Lifestyle Medicine care team, including the Exercise Specialist and Registered Dietitian, to further assess patients' total health needs. Incorporates a comprehensive health plan with long‑term goal setting as indicated. Incorporates motivational interviewing skills to partner with patients for care planning and long‑term goal setting. Clinical Specialist Outpatient All prerequisites required for the Outpatient Physical Therapist. At least two years of current clinical practice experience. Has completed and maintains department approved advanced certification. Ability to prioritize tasks for patient care and projects to meet established standards and deadlines. Clinical Specialist Specific Job Duties In addition to the job responsibilities outlined below for the Outpatient Physical Therapist, the Clinical Specialist will participate in formal mentorship, onboarding, or clinical instruction in one or more of the following ways: Provide peer mentoring to new and/or experienced therapists for a particular set of evaluation and/or treatment skills. Provide direct supervision to volunteer or job shadow person for department. Takes responsibility for volunteer supervision with task development, training, and assessment of services - revises tasks as necessary. Provide direction and clinical supervision to student for patient observation, evaluation, treatment, and other professional experiences for the department. Takes responsibility for student supervision with task development, training and patient assessment and delivery of all services provided by the student. Will also revise the program for specific student program as necessary. Qualifications (Clinical Specialist) Current BLS certification within 90 days of hire Professional appearance Effective interpersonal skills Demonstrates ability to prioritize multiple tasks, set priorities and work accurately and independently. Demonstrates ability to communicate and to work effectively with the physical, emotional, socioeconomical, and developmental abilities and needs of all age groups, cultural and social backgrounds, and other diversity related contributors Clinical Specialist Prerequisites: All prerequisites required for the Outpatient Physical Therapist At least two years of current clinical practice experience Has completed and maintains department approved advanced certification Ability to prioritize tasks for patient care and projects to meet established standards and deadlines #J-18808-Ljbffr Valleymed