Physical Therapist -Outpatient Adult Clinic

Physical Therapist, Outpatient Adult Clinic
Job Type: Full Time

Who We Are:

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Community Medical Center is a leading healthcare system with 151 beds offering adult and pediatric treatments and technology combined with medical specialties and certifications often only available in major cities.

Where We Are:

Nestled in the Rocky Mountains of western Montana, Missoula is between Glacier and Yellowstone National Parks. Our diverse community serves as western Montana's hub for education and healthcare and offers the perfect blend of four-season outdoor recreation, small town charm and big city amenities.

Why Choose Us:

• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
• Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
• Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
• Student Loan Repayment and Tuition Assistance for qualified applicants
• Professional development opportunities, cross-training and CE dollars
• And much more
  

Position Summary:

The Physical Therapist is a nonexempt position that reports to the Director of Physical Therapy. This role involves evaluating and conducting medically prescribed physical therapy treatment programs, while also providing educational information to patients regarding injury prevention, ergonomics, restorative therapy, and rehabilitation therapy. The Physical Therapist supervises physical therapy assistants and aides in performing treatments. The position requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Additionally, the therapist must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action when needed.
The essential functions of the role include performing initial and ongoing assessments of patients' conditions, establishing a plan of care tailored to the identified problems, and involving the patient according to their capabilities and desires. The therapist plans, prepares, and carries out individually designed physical treatment programs to maintain, improve, or restore physical functioning, alleviate pain, and prevent physical dysfunction in patients. Therapy interventions are performed utilizing standard physical therapy techniques and skills appropriate for the patient's age and condition. The Physical Therapist also directs and supervises physical therapy assistants, students, and other support personnel, assessing their competence, delegating specific tasks, and establishing clear channels of communication. Additionally, the role involves administering treatments, including the use of physical agents such as equipment, moist packs, ultraviolet and infrared lamps, and ultrasound machines. The Physical Therapist evaluates, fits, and adjusts prosthetic and orthotic devices, recommending modifications as needed, and identifies and documents goals, anticipated progress, and plans for reevaluation.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree Required
• Physical Therapist License in the state of Montanna
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 30 days of hire

EEOC Statement:

Community Medical Center is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

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