Physical Therapist- Lymphedema (FT- 0.9 FTE, Day Shift)

About the role

This position exists to provide excellent physical therapy services. The purpose of this position is to evaluate patients, establish and implement a plan of care based upon evaluation findings, and provide health and wellness education.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates physical and functional status of patients and establishes & implements appropriate plan of care within the scope of Physical Therapy Practice.
• Documents initial evaluations, re-evaluations, progress notes, daily treatment, education and discharge summaries within compliance of BH Rehab policies.
• Educates patients, families, and caregivers in strategies to manage pain, improve safety and function and educate re: individualized plan of care. Documents appropriately.
• Identifies issues re: patient safety and follows through with processes to accomplish safety for all involved (family, caregiver, patient).
• Other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Maintains timely completion of all required education, trainings, and certifications as assigned and in accordance with Bozeman Health policies, department‑specific requirements, applicable certification program and registry requirements, and other applicable regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Program
• Montana Licensure (Physical Therapist)
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Participates in two (2) hours of initial cerebrovascular disease (stroke) education within one (1) year of