Physical Therapist (PT) - Outpatient
Albany, OR, United States
- Healthcare
- physical therapy
- rehabilitation
- orthopedic rehab
The Physical Therapist provides evaluation, treatment, and education to patients to improve mobility and functional independence. They collaborate with patients, families, and healthcare teams using specialized rehabilitation techniques. The role requires licensure, strong communication, teamwork skills, and physical ability to manage multiple care locations.
Summary
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JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE
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Responsible for providing safe and effective Physical Therapy services by implementing appropriate evaluation, treatment, and education designed to meet the identified needs and functional goals of the patient. Communicates effectively and professionally with patients, families/caregivers, and team members. Promotes teamwork.
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DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
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The Rehabilitation teams at Samaritan evaluate and treat patients with injuries or conditions that have caused either a decline in physical mobility or functional independence. We offer a variety of specialized services including sports and orthopedic rehab, balance and gait therapy, pelvic floor rehab, spinal therapy, UE lymphedema treatment, aquatic therapy, hand therapy, custom orthotics, and instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM).
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EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS
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Current unencumbered Oregon Physical Therapy license required.
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Healthcare Provider Level BLS required.
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Must be able to travel to multiple points of care.
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KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
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Therapy and Counseling - Possess the skills and knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and cognitive conditions. Ability to provide counseling and guidance.
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Business Writing - Strong business writing skills, including the ability to professionally communicate clinical content in written documentation that is easily understood by the end user.
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Communication - Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues. Ability to perform group presentations and listen to and understand complex information and ideas.
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Team Building - Ability to work, function and communicate on a multi-disciplinary team. Possess the knowledge and skills to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintain them over time.
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Time Management - Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to complete within required time frames and to follow-up on pending issues. Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast-paced environments and under pressure.
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PHYSICAL DEMANDS
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Rarely
(1 - 10% of the time)Occasionally
(11 - 33% of the time)Frequently
(34 - 66% of the time)Continually
(67 – 100% of the time)CLIMB - STAIRS
LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 40 - 60 Lbs
CRAWL (hands & knees)
ENTER & EXIT VEHICLE/MACHINERY
PINCH Fingers
SIT
LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 - 20 Lbs
LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs
LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 20 - 40 Lbs
LIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 0 - 20 Lbs
CARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
CARRY 2-handed, 20 - 40 pounds
SQUAT Repetitive
BEND FORWARD at waist
KNEEL (on knees)
ROTATE TRUNK Sitting
ROTATE TRUNK Standing
REACH - Upward
GRASP Hand/Fist
PUSH (0-20 pounds force)
PULL (0-20 pounds force)
STAND
WALK - LEVEL SURFACE
LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0 - 20 Lbs
CARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds
SQUAT Static (hold >30 sec)
REACH - Forward
MANUAL DEXTERITY Hands/wrists
FINGER DEXTERITY
None specified
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