Physical Therapist - Casual - Brainerd

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Education Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, or Doctorate Degrees from a physical therapy accredited program

Key Responsibilities:

• Provides therapy evaluation, treatment planning, treatment, patient/caregiver education, and discharge planning for a full caseload of patients
• Provides all ancillary/administrative requirements for a full caseload of patients, including documentation, billing, scheduling management, and other administrative duties
• Demonstrates appropriate communication, professionalism and supervision of support staff (licensed assistants, aides, volunteers) and complies with all organization policies.   
• Complies with organization code of conduct and meets professional organization core values, code of ethics, &/or scope of practice
• Work where the patient need is highest (including flexing to other departments) when home department schedule allows
• Inpatient and Outpatient teams consist of PTs, PTAs, OTs, Speech and Rehab Aids
• The schedule consists of weekdays and weekends as needed, plus a weekend rotation
• Patients are primarily adults and some adolescents
• Provide staff education, participate/lead committee groups, participate in staff onboarding/orientation
• May serve as a clinical instructor, participate in department or therapy discipline committees, and complete credential/certification that would benefit patient care

This role includes a weekend (Saturday and Sunday) rotation approximately once every 10–12 weeks at the hospital. Shifts may range from a half day to a full day, depending on census. This is a casual position intended to provide coverage for open shifts due to PTO, leaves of absence, and other staffing needs.

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

• Current license in the state performing services

Organizational Highlights:

• Our mission and values are patient-centered, emphasizing the delivery of quality care
• An annual continuing education budget is provided to support therapists in advancing their education and clinical skills*
• Reimbursement for licensure expenses*
• A rehabilitation career ladder is in place to reward high-performing therapists*
• Leadership opportunities including staff education, committee participation, and staff onboarding and mentorship.
• Employment at Essentia Health qualifies you for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Please refer to the U.S. Department of Education’s website for the most current information regarding PSLF
• *Must meet minimum FTE requirements

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