Physical Therapist

Position Highlights

• Workable schedule options - typically three to four shifts per week
• Student Loan repayment options
• CE/CME Support (prorated based on FTE)
• Location stipend
• Hotel accommodation support
• Transportation assistance possibilities
• Comprehensive employee benefit options

Job Summary

Responsible for providing, managing, and planning direct physical therapy health care for a specified patient population.

Reports To

Physical Therapy Director

Department

Physical Therapy

Business Unit

Sacred Circle Primary Care

Patient Care

Yes

Worker Status

Benefit-Eligible, Salary

Hours Per Week

30 to 40 hours per week

Location

Wendover Clinic

Supervisor Responsibilities

None

Work Schedule

To Be Determined: 3-4 days per week, Monday through Friday

Additional Information

Due to the remote location of this position, location stipend, hotel accommodation, and transportation assistance is available as needed for employees working in Wendover, Utah, based on operational needs and availability.

Responsibilities

• Provides and manages compassionate and patient centered care, including physical examinations, evaluations, assessments, diagnoses, and treatment for a specified patient population
• Develops care plans using a variety of treatment techniques
• Motivates patients during treatment to help them function optimally
• Consults and practices with other health professionals
• Directs and coordinates patient physical therapy treatment activities
• Supervises physical therapy assistants and aides
• Keeps accurate patient records of history and activities regarding patient therapy treatment
• Keeps abreast of advancements in physical therapy
• Complies with all applicable state/federal laws, rules, regulations, and procedures
• Participates in professional development activities
• Maintains strict confidentiality
• Reads, understands, and adheres to all Sacred Circle Health Care Policies and Procedures
• Practices and adheres to the Code of Conduct and Mission and Values Statements
• Other Duties as Assigned

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
• License: Valid Utah Physical Therapy License
• Other: Interest in working with underserved and tribal populations in an interdisciplinary setting
• Well-rounded clinical skills with ability to handle all ages and a full range of diagnoses

Preferred Requirements

• Two (2) or more years of physical therapy related experience
• Experience/familiarity with pain neuroscience education (PNE)
• Interest in persistent/chronic pain
• Experience working with the Native American community

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of legal and ethical standards for the delivery of care
• Knowledge of, and familiarity with, pain neuroscience education (PNE)
• Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements
• Knowledge of organizational policies, procedures, systems, and objectives
• Skills in critical thinking and reasoning that values patient education
• Ability to handle all ages and a full range of diagnoses
• Ability to use computer systems and applications
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards
• Ability to plan and organize
• Ability to evaluate the effectiveness of existing methods and procedures
• Ability to operate office equipment
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients/clients, clinical and administrative staff in a multidisciplinary environment
• Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and policies and procedures
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Healthcare coverage for you and your family
• Generous PTO, paid holidays and floating holidays to celebrate what is important to you (prorated for part-time employees)
• License renewal and recertification support
• CE/CME Support
• SCHC malpractice coverage, as applicable
• Student loan repayment options
• Retirement matching to invest in your future
• Colleagues that are unparalleled
• A culture that is second to none

Compensation

$82,700 - $95,000 yearly salary