Outpatient Physical Therapist $20,000 Bonus

About the Role

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. The Physical Therapist consults, educates, and trains patients and their caregivers. To help support your transition into our organization, eligible caregivers may receive a sign-on bonus of up to $20,000.

Posting Specifics

Shift Details: Full-time; 40 hours/week
Location: St. James Hospital, Butte, Montana

Butte is a historic city known for its rich mining heritage and vibrant community. Nestled in the Rocky Mountains, Butte offers stunning natural beauty, outdoor recreational opportunities, and a welcoming atmosphere. It's a great place to live and work, with a strong sense of community and a high quality of life.

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled professional to help our patients achieve their fullest potential through innovative and personalized therapy. If you are committed to fostering growth and development in a supportive and collaborative environment, we would love to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Perform and document initial and ongoing assessments of patients' conditions.
• Develop plans describing a treatment strategy, its purposes, and its anticipated outcome, often including exercise regimens at the clinic and at home to increase flexibility, strength, or endurance.
• Use various modalities to relieve pain and reduce swelling.
• Provide information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and support programs.
• Help restore physical function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent permanent disability.
• Determine patients' ability to be independent and reintegrate into the workplace or community after injury or illness.
• Promote the mission, vision, and values of Intermountain Health, and abide by service behavior standards.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, physicians, and healthcare providers about patient needs and goals.
• Maintain a clean and inviting work environment according to health department codes and facility standards.
• Assist in research initiatives as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited school.
• Current/valid state Physical Therapist licensure.
• Current BLS certification endorsed by the American Heart Association.
• One (1) year related experience (preferably in a clinic setting).

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy.
• Advanced Care Life Support (ACLS) certification.

Skills

• Knowledge of physical therapy principles, standards, and applications.
• Excellent interpersonal, customer service, and communication skills.
• Highly organized and analytical.
• Possess a strong work ethic and a high level of professionalism.
• A team player who handles multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

Physical Demands

• Carrying
• Climbing
• Crawling
• Hearing/Listening
• Lifting
• Manual Dexterity
• Pulling/Pushing
• Seeing
• Speaking
• Squatting/Kneeling
• Standing
• Walking

Pay

The hourly range for this position is $43.09 - $66.47. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.