Physical Therapist (Inpatient / Outpatient)

We have a brand new, well equipped outpatient facility with a supportive and dynamic therapy environment. Enjoy 45 minute appointment slots, no-double booking, professional camaraderie and mentoring as needed for new or newer graduates. In this position you will carry a general outpatient caseload with an opportunity to flex to acute care if desired.

• JOB SUMMARY / PURPOSE

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.

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. In addition to acute and swing bed rehab, we offer a variety of outpatient services including sports and orthopedic rehab, pediatric rehab, neurological and stroke rehab, balance and dizziness rehab, wheelchair seating, and neck, back and extremity care. At SNLH, we have a large and well equipped outpatient therapy department located within a 25 bed critical access hospital. Enjoy a dynamic and supportive therapy environment, professional camaraderie and 45 minute treatment times.

Current unencumbered Oregon Physical Therapy license required.

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.

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