Outpatient Occupational Therapist OR Physical Therapist | Lymphedema

Location: Avera Therapy-Plaza 5-Sioux Falls, SD Worker Type: Regular Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America) Pay Range: $30.75 - $53.75 per hour Position Highlights Physical Therapist: $39.05 - $59.12 Occupational Therapist: $33.83 - $50.87 Sign‑on bonus of $15,000 eligible with a 3‑year commitment. Student loan repayment program: up to $10,000, monthly $167 contributions from Avera. Overview Responsible for the daily coordination and delivery of physical therapy services implementing specific treatment programs for individual patients and patient groups according to the principles and practices of physical therapy and established objectives of the department. Responsibilities Evaluate assigned patients, gathering data from patient records, interviews, observation, and team members. Develop and implement individualized treatment programs for patients needing services. Use selected activities and tasks to promote and maintain health, and to achieve treatment goals. Establish and modify intervention strategies based on ongoing evaluation. Provide direct therapy services using various functional settings and strategies. Plan therapy within the patient’s individual physical, emotional and intellectual capabilities as indicated. Prepare documentation required by the profession and the department, such as evaluation results, individualized treatment plans, progress notes, and other reports. Communicate effectively with patients, families, physicians, and other team members regarding status, progress and needs. Establish rapport and work cooperatively with interdisciplinary team members throughout the patient’s intervention program. Enhance professional growth through participation in educational programs, current literature, in‑service meetings, workshops, etc. Essential Qualifications The individual must be able to work the specified hours and perform each essential job function satisfactorily, including having adequate visual acuity and effective communication skills. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience Physical Therapist – active license in the state of practice upon hire. Preferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience 1-3 years experience as a licensed physical therapist. Expectations and Standards Commitment to Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles. Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship. Uphold standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity. Maintain confidentiality. Work effectively in a team environment and coordinate workflow with other team members. Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA. Benefits PTO available day 1 for eligible hires. Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement. Career development guided by hands‑on training and mentorship. Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Confidential