Physical Therapist-Specialty

Department Overview

The purpose of this job / position is to function as a member of the Rehabilitation Services patient care team by providing physical therapy services with a focus on oncological, cardiac, medical, and specialties population. Skilled physical therapy services may include manual therapy, edema assessment and management, therapeutic exercise, gait training, patient / family education, and various other physical modalities to assist patients in improving strength, endurance, mobility, and flexibility and to decrease pain. Therapists are expected to supervise therapy interns and to assist with other educational and research activities conducted by the department or the hospital and meet hospital standards regarding documentation and productivity. The position will require credentialing for a freestanding clinic. Preferred : LANA Certified, One year experience with lymphedema / oncology; recent experience in an Ambulatory Care setting or intensive clinical affiliation.

Function / Duties of Position

Provides a Safe Therapeutic Environment

• Ensures the safety and welfare of patients and fellow employees
• Utilized proper posture and sound body mechanics and principles for safe patient handling
• Maintain general good physical and mental health and self care in order not to jeopardize the health and safety of self and others in the workplace.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly environment for patients, family and personnel. Includes but not limited to maintaining organization of supplies and equipment, notifying appropriate personnel when cleaning or repair is needed, follows infection control policies, maintains knowledge of life safety, fire and electrical safety and disaster plan.
• Ensures the safety and welfare of patients and fellow employees.
• Considers the needs of patients, employees, medical staff, volunteers, vendors and members of the community in an informative, courteous and compassionate manner.

Professionalism

Service

Evaluation and Treatment of Patients

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Details

Pay Range : $44.91 - $61.65 per hour (Commensurate with qualifications, experience and internal equity)

All are welcome

Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.