Physical Therapist II - Per-Diem

About the role

Evaluating, planning and administering treatment to Fred Hutch patients with problems related to neuromuscular and musculoskeletal systems.
Administering and interpreting tests and measurements of muscle strength, coordination, range of motion, and respiratory and circulatory efficiency.
Instructing patients and their caregivers/families in the care and use of wheelchairs, braces, canes, crutches, and other equipment or devices.
Maintaining patient documentation, including writing initial evaluations, progress notes, discharge summaries, home programs, and insurance authorization requirements.
Devising special tools and treatment methods for the specific needs of each patient served.
Evaluating treatment goals and progress towards these goals.
Serving as a clinical resource for all Fred Hutch departments and clinicians.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating, planning and administering treatment to Fred Hutch patients with problems related to neuromuscular and musculoskeletal systems.
• Administering and interpreting tests and measurements of muscle strength, coordination, range of motion, and respiratory and circulatory efficiency.
• Instructing patients and their caregivers/families in the care and use of wheelchairs, braces, canes, crutches, and other equipment or devices.
• Maintaining patient documentation, including writing initial evaluations, progress notes, discharge summaries, home programs, and insurance authorization requirements.
• Devising special tools and treatment methods for the specific needs of each patient served.
• Evaluating treatment goals and progress towards these goals.
• Serving as a clinical resource for all Fred Hutch departments and clinicians.
• Completing other duties as assigned by Physical Therapy Manager to meet the mission of the department, which may include educational lectures, student instruction, networking to other clinical services, volunteer supervision, process improvement activities, and/or quality improvement projects.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Master's Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• At least 3 years of relevant clinical physical therapy experience.
• WA State Physical Therapy License (or meet DOH criteria for the Physical Therapist Compact Privilege).
• Certified Lymphedema Therapist.
• Current BLS AHA Health Provider Card (or equivalent course, such as by the American Red Cross) and renewal required every two years.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates behaviors that are consistent with Fred Hutch's Mission and Values.
• Follows organizational and departmental policies and procedures.
• Displays excellent customer service and relations skills.
• Communicates concisely and effectively, both orally and written, with co-workers, physicians, patients, and caregivers.
• Absolutely accepts responsibility for all aspects of the position.
• Works well with team members toward a common purpose; reinforces the efforts and goals of the work group; and supports the team's decision regardless of individual viewpoint.
• Improves productivity through proper time management.
• Sets and adjusts priorities based on patient acuity and changing clinical situations.
• Recognizes emergency situations, initiates code procedures, and administers first aid as needed.
• P Practices appropriate infection prevention procedures to prevent cross-contamination to patients, caregivers, and staff.

Skills

• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to accept change readily and modify behavior when needed, including meeting confrontation or criticism without reacting on a personal level.
• Expands job-related knowledge and skills to improve performance.
• Absolutely accurate and consistently evaluates and interprets diagnostic tests.
• Absolutely assesses patient condition when appropriate and requests assistance when necessary.
• Maintains physical therapy documentation accurately and manages scheduling needs.
• Maintains and utilizes supplies in a cost-effective manner.
• Establishes and adjusts priorities based on patient acuity and changing clinical situations.
• Recognizes emergency situations, initiates code procedures, and administers first aid as needed.
• P Practices appropriate infection prevention procedures to prevent cross-contamination to patients, caregivers, and staff.

Benefits

We offer employees access to a retirement savings plan, an employee assistance program, and paid sick leave (1 hour for every 30 hours worked).

Pay

The hourly pay range for this position is from $55.00 to $86.93, which includes the per diem differential, and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

This position is not eligible for H-1B sponsorship at this time.