Physical Therapist (23004)

Primary Scheduled Hours: 80 hours per pay period

• Day shift

Job Summary:

Responsible for evaluation, planning, directing and administering physical therapy modalities of treatment as prescribed by a licensed physician. Coordinates, delegates and supervises responsibilities assigned to supportive staff (RCNA, PTA, PTLA, etc.). Participates in operational aspects of the department, maintains performance improvement activities within the department and participates in CQI activities. Provides input in formulating budget, assists in evaluating department performance versus budget controls and takes appropriate action to remain in budget guidelines.

Who are we?

• Newport Hospital and Health Services is located in Newport, WA on the Washington-Idaho border. We are an independent rural healthcare provider.

• Newport Hospital and Health Services consists of:

• 24 bed Rural Community Hospital

• Trauma Level IV

• 15 providers Rural Health Clinic

• 72 bed, high level care, Advanced Assisted Living Facility

• 42 apartment; low-moderate care level Assisted Living Facility

• In 2021 we celebrated our 100th year in operation servicing the local members of Newport, WA and the surrounding communities.

Education Background and Experience:

Minimum Education:

Graduate of an approved school of Physical Therapy or graduate of accredited college or university with a certificate in Physical Therapy.

Required Licensure / Certifications:

Current State Physical Therapy Licensure.

Required Experience:

Preferred Qualifications:

One (1) or more years of previous experience in all aspects of physical therapy.

Open to New graduates.

Professional Requirements

• Maintain regulatory requirements.

• Report to work on time and as scheduled; complete work within designated timelines.

• Demonstrates the ability to adhere to the mission, ethics and goals of the District.

• Demonstrates the ability to communicate with patients, guests and staff in a courteous, respectful and helpful manner.

Essential Job Functions:

• Knowledge of physical medicine, physical therapy modalities, anatomy and physiology.

• Knowledge of physical therapy machine operation, maintenance and repairs of same.

• Responsible for direction of the Physical Therapy Department certified staff, including Physical Therapy Assistants and Physical Therapy Aides and Restorative CNAs.

• Able to evaluate a patient's condition and devise an individualized physical rehabilitation and treatment plan to enhance strength, flexibility, range of motion, motor control, and reduce any pain, discomfort and swelling the patient is experiencing.

• Ability to observe and evaluate treatment effect, recommends change to physician as needed.

• Ability to perform an appropriate assessment on all patients as related to the therapy requested and provided and reassessments as per policy. This includes neonate, pediatric, adolescent, geriatric patients and the general patient population.

The above job summary, professional requirements and essential job functions are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel for this job classification.

Compensation/How We Care For You:

Successful candidates typically begin between the beginning and midpoint of the compensation range ($37.78/ $44.50/hour) dependent on qualifications/experience and receive compensation increment increases annually.

Qualified employees of Newport Hospital & Health Services are offered the following benefits:

We offer competitive wages.

• Comprehensive benefit package including:

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• Retirement with a 6% dollar for dollar employer match

• Long Term Disability

• AFLAC

• Flexible Spending Account

• Bonus, if eligible upon Board approval

• We provide a complimentary gym membership

• We offer various tuition assistance programs

We give back to our community snack bags for local schools and assist with Meals on Wheels for our elderly.

We work where we play

• Three major ski resorts are located within one hour of Newport, numerous lakes, rivers, and hiking trails. Truly an abundance of outdoor recreation.

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Our nurse development strategy is competency and confidence focused. We employ nurse techs and foster growth for new graduates including specialty areas.

We offer training on the job to new graduates

All employees are given the opportunity to learn and advance within the organization.

We offer strong family-like support system

Collaboration and team building is supported and developed using teaching and practice of the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People.

Newport Hospital & Health Services (NHHS) is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. NHHS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

NHHS employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

NHHS is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resources at 509-447-6320.