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Commonspirit

Physical Therapist - Acute Inpatient

Commonspirit, Tacoma, Washington, us, 98417

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Overview

As an interdisciplinary team member, conducts physical therapy activities to help patients suffering from injury or disease to restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities. Provides and coordinates comprehensive physical therapy care to patients through the proper utilization of evaluation, planning, education, and implementation of a treatment plan in accordance with Physical Therapy Standards of Practice. Includes indirect patient care activities such as documentation, scheduling, family training, attendance at rounds, interaction with the Interdisciplinary Team, participation in staff meetings, ordering supplies, and contributing to continuous quality control and performance improvement. Responsibilities

Performs patient assessment/data collection, interprets findings and formulates treatment plans. Implements and updates therapeutic plan of care and treatment based on patient needs throughout patient’s course of care. Completes all required documentation in an accurate and thorough manner of Physical Therapy treatment in accordance with FHS documentation standard. Demonstrates proper use of communication tools/materials for effective communication and understands how culture(s) of patient populations can affect communication, collaboration and the provision of care, treatment and services. Demonstrates knowledge and proper skills associated with the department’s defined specific populations served. Qualifications

Master’s degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Program and completion of Clinical Fieldwork. One year full-time outpatient orthopedic experience preferred within the last three years if assigned to the Outpatient Clinic. One year of full-time pelvic floor care experience required within the last three years if assigned to the Pelvic Floor Program. Advanced education and training in pelvic floor health issues, including knowledge and expertise in the internal assessment of pelvic floor and biofeedback treatment. Documented pelvic floor specialty continuing education/training within the past three years required including biofeedback coursework and credentialing. Licensure & Certification

Current Washington State license for Physical Therapy or a Washington State Interim Permit. Current healthcare provider BLS Certification. Where You’ll Work

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area. Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve. Pay Range

$45.26 - $67.32 /hour

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