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PHYS THERAPIST Job
Date: Mar 7, 2010
Location: Saint Paul, MN, US
Requisition Number: SJ-7061
Job Title: PHYS THERAPIST
Site Overview:
St Joseph's Hospital - St. Joseph's Hospital, of downtown St. Paul, was also named a Solucient Top 100 hospital. Providing the latest technology and having outstanding recovery rates, the staff takes a team approach to providing quality and compassionate patient care. Specialties include services at the National Brain Aneurysm Center, Heart Care, and treating inoperable tumors with the revolutionary technology of the CyberKnife®. St. Joseph's recently completed an $85 million expansion that features some of the most sophisticated technology available.
Department Overview:
PHYSICAL THERAPY
Work Location:
St. Joseph's Hospital Contract: Non-contract
Job Category:
Rehabilitation Specific Area of Interest: Physical Therapist
City:
St Paul
Shift:
Day
Authorized Hours - Minimum Per Two Weeks: 0
Authorized Hours - Maximum Per Two Weeks:
Work Hours:
Work Hours/Schedule (For Example: 7:00am-3:30pm or Every other weekend) Weekdays and Weekends
Primary Function & Major Responsibilities Supervise the total care management of clients, utilizing the comprehensive base of physical therapy. Performs medically prescribed Physical Therapy procedures, evaluations and diagnostic tests on clients. Also, provides advisory service to other professional workers who share the responsibility for that client's care. Maintains confidentiality in all aspects of the job. Maintains accurate client records. Instructs family, clients and/or other home health care professionals in appropriate home care treatment. Interacts appropriately with management and professional peers to ensure compliance with appropriate agency standards. Provides advisory and consultation services to staff to ensure quality care. Promotes personal safety and a safe environment for clients and co-workers. Performs other Duties/Responsibilities as directed.
Qualifications
Education:
B.S. degree from an accredited/approved school of Physical Therapy. Registered P.T. in the state of Minnesota by the Minnesota State Board of Physical Therapy.
Experience:
One to two years of Physical Therapy experience preferred. Special Knowledge,
Skills and Abilities:
Strong understanding of Physical Therapy principles and practices; Effective written and oral communication skills; Effective use of computer and other technology; Strong time management skills; Strong interpersonal skills; Reliable transportation to and from patient homes; Ability to lift and transfer clients using appropriate equipment; Knowledge regarding Medicare/Medicaid and third-party payors; Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to patients of all age groups (pediatric through geriatric). Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development through the life span, possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status, and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's needs in relation to age and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Regular/Temporary
Status: Regular
If Temporary, Start Date:
If Temporary, End Date:
Position Status: Casual/On Call Employee
Referral Bonus Eligible: No
Sign-On Bonus: No
Site Overview:
St Joseph's Hospital - St. Joseph's Hospital, of downtown St. Paul, was also named a Solucient Top 100 hospital. Providing the latest technology and having outstanding recovery rates, the staff takes a team approach to providing quality and compassionate patient care. Specialties include services at the National Brain Aneurysm Center, Heart Care, and treating inoperable tumors with the revolutionary technology of the CyberKnife®. St. Joseph's recently completed an $85 million expansion that features some of the most sophisticated technology available.
Department Overview:
PHYSICAL THERAPY
Work Location:
St. Joseph's Hospital Contract: Non-contract
Job Category:
Rehabilitation Specific Area of Interest: Physical Therapist
City:
St Paul
Shift:
Day
Authorized Hours - Minimum Per Two Weeks: 0
Authorized Hours - Maximum Per Two Weeks:
Work Hours:
Work Hours/Schedule (For Example: 7:00am-3:30pm or Every other weekend) Weekdays and Weekends
Primary Function & Major Responsibilities Supervise the total care management of clients, utilizing the comprehensive base of physical therapy. Performs medically prescribed Physical Therapy procedures, evaluations and diagnostic tests on clients. Also, provides advisory service to other professional workers who share the responsibility for that client's care. Maintains confidentiality in all aspects of the job. Maintains accurate client records. Instructs family, clients and/or other home health care professionals in appropriate home care treatment. Interacts appropriately with management and professional peers to ensure compliance with appropriate agency standards. Provides advisory and consultation services to staff to ensure quality care. Promotes personal safety and a safe environment for clients and co-workers. Performs other Duties/Responsibilities as directed.
Qualifications
Education:
B.S. degree from an accredited/approved school of Physical Therapy. Registered P.T. in the state of Minnesota by the Minnesota State Board of Physical Therapy.
Experience:
One to two years of Physical Therapy experience preferred. Special Knowledge,
Skills and Abilities:
Strong understanding of Physical Therapy principles and practices; Effective written and oral communication skills; Effective use of computer and other technology; Strong time management skills; Strong interpersonal skills; Reliable transportation to and from patient homes; Ability to lift and transfer clients using appropriate equipment; Knowledge regarding Medicare/Medicaid and third-party payors; Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to patients of all age groups (pediatric through geriatric). Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development through the life span, possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status, and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's needs in relation to age and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Regular/Temporary
Status: Regular
If Temporary, Start Date:
If Temporary, End Date:
Position Status: Casual/On Call Employee
Referral Bonus Eligible: No
Sign-On Bonus: No
Nearest Major Market: Minneapolis
Job Segments: Healthcare, Home Care, Patient Care
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