Aya Healthcare
Physical Therapist Position
Qualifications: Required: Current Oregon licensure as a Physical Therapist or eligibility and evidence of application for licensure. Pelvic floor physical therapists will have completed at least level 1 training through a training institution widely recognized by the profession. Computer literacy skills. Lic/Reg/Cert: Current Oregon licensure as a Physical Therapist or eligibility and evidence of application for licensure. Pelvic floor physical therapists will have completed at least Level 1 training through a training institution widely recognized in the profession. Typical Physical/Mental Demands: Able to stand, walk, bend, squat, and reach frequently. Possesses physical agility and adequate reaction time to respond quickly and appropriately to unexpected patient care needs. Must be able to see, hear, and speak with or without assistive devices. Must be able to lift 50 pounds during patient mobility occasionally and 25 pounds or less frequently utilizing proper body mechanics. Needs ability to communicate effectively through reading, writing, and speaking in person or on telephone. Proficiency in executive function skills including planning, organization, focusing attention, flexible thinking/problem solving, memory, self-monitoring, and juggling of multiple tasks. Essential Job Functions: Under valid referral process carries out an individualized program of physical therapy including assessment, treatment planning, implementation, education, and effective communication to maximize a patients progress toward achieving functional goals. Provides direct patient care within scope of practice. Seeks excellence in practice by utilizing evidence-based or best practice techniques. Has knowledge and skills to care for the physical and developmental needs of the population age groups that will be receiving services. Is kind and welcoming to all regardless of gender, ethnicity, race, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, or other factors. Provides counseling to patients and patients families/caregivers about results of testing and recommended treatment options. Involves patients and families in goal setting and treatment decision making process. Appropriate supervision of Physical Therapy Assistant with regular and timely communication. Appropriate use of Rehabilitation Aides. Continuously monitors patients functional needs and progress adjusting plan of care as needed to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Clear concise and timely documentation including evaluation, plan of care, daily treatments, progress notes, and discharge summaries. Clear and timely documentation of other conversations with or regarding patients (e.g. telephone encounter to document any discussions with patients, providers, vendors, etc.). Demonstrates integrity through compliance with insurance regulations, accountable billing procedures, judicious use of patients resources, and HIPAA rules. Maintains good efficiency through effective use of downtime that occurs through patient no shows and/or cancellations. Complies with hospital and departmental policies and procedures Quality Improvement program, safety, environmental, and infection control standards. Supportive to ancillary staff. This includes clear communication with front office staff and compliance with department procedures for scheduling cancellations, no-shows, and any other duties primarily associated with the front office. Encourages innovation by enhancing professional growth and development of self and others through participation in educational programs, in-services, and workshops. Keeps up to date on professional literature. Communicates in a kind and respectful manner to maintain a positive working relationship with all health professionals, ancillary staff, patients, and caregivers/family. Ability to remain calm in emergency or crisis situations. Facility Highlights: Sky Lakes Medical Center is a 176-bed hospital located in Klamath Falls, Oregon, United States. Sky Lakes is also a teaching hospital affiliated with Oregon Health & Science University Medical School through the Cascades East Rural Family Medicine Residency Program. Location Highlights: A (somewhat) hidden gem located in southern Oregon, Klamath Falls is Oregon's City of Sunshine with over 300 sunny days per year. Ditch the traffic and enjoy an unparalleled quality of life with an affordable cost of living, great schools, and a tight-knit community. We've got it all: quaint local shops, great restaurants, beautiful parks, a playhouse, a theatre, museums, trails, waterways, and more. Enjoy access to world-class outdoor opportunities such as birding, skiing, mountain biking, hiking, fishing, and more. Portland and San Francisco are easy weekend trips to catch a professional game, see a concert or visit a museum. Experience the best of all worlds in this Pacific Northwest gem.
Qualifications: Required: Current Oregon licensure as a Physical Therapist or eligibility and evidence of application for licensure. Pelvic floor physical therapists will have completed at least level 1 training through a training institution widely recognized by the profession. Computer literacy skills. Lic/Reg/Cert: Current Oregon licensure as a Physical Therapist or eligibility and evidence of application for licensure. Pelvic floor physical therapists will have completed at least Level 1 training through a training institution widely recognized in the profession. Typical Physical/Mental Demands: Able to stand, walk, bend, squat, and reach frequently. Possesses physical agility and adequate reaction time to respond quickly and appropriately to unexpected patient care needs. Must be able to see, hear, and speak with or without assistive devices. Must be able to lift 50 pounds during patient mobility occasionally and 25 pounds or less frequently utilizing proper body mechanics. Needs ability to communicate effectively through reading, writing, and speaking in person or on telephone. Proficiency in executive function skills including planning, organization, focusing attention, flexible thinking/problem solving, memory, self-monitoring, and juggling of multiple tasks. Essential Job Functions: Under valid referral process carries out an individualized program of physical therapy including assessment, treatment planning, implementation, education, and effective communication to maximize a patients progress toward achieving functional goals. Provides direct patient care within scope of practice. Seeks excellence in practice by utilizing evidence-based or best practice techniques. Has knowledge and skills to care for the physical and developmental needs of the population age groups that will be receiving services. Is kind and welcoming to all regardless of gender, ethnicity, race, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, or other factors. Provides counseling to patients and patients families/caregivers about results of testing and recommended treatment options. Involves patients and families in goal setting and treatment decision making process. Appropriate supervision of Physical Therapy Assistant with regular and timely communication. Appropriate use of Rehabilitation Aides. Continuously monitors patients functional needs and progress adjusting plan of care as needed to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Clear concise and timely documentation including evaluation, plan of care, daily treatments, progress notes, and discharge summaries. Clear and timely documentation of other conversations with or regarding patients (e.g. telephone encounter to document any discussions with patients, providers, vendors, etc.). Demonstrates integrity through compliance with insurance regulations, accountable billing procedures, judicious use of patients resources, and HIPAA rules. Maintains good efficiency through effective use of downtime that occurs through patient no shows and/or cancellations. Complies with hospital and departmental policies and procedures Quality Improvement program, safety, environmental, and infection control standards. Supportive to ancillary staff. This includes clear communication with front office staff and compliance with department procedures for scheduling cancellations, no-shows, and any other duties primarily associated with the front office. Encourages innovation by enhancing professional growth and development of self and others through participation in educational programs, in-services, and workshops. Keeps up to date on professional literature. Communicates in a kind and respectful manner to maintain a positive working relationship with all health professionals, ancillary staff, patients, and caregivers/family. Ability to remain calm in emergency or crisis situations. Facility Highlights: Sky Lakes Medical Center is a 176-bed hospital located in Klamath Falls, Oregon, United States. Sky Lakes is also a teaching hospital affiliated with Oregon Health & Science University Medical School through the Cascades East Rural Family Medicine Residency Program. Location Highlights: A (somewhat) hidden gem located in southern Oregon, Klamath Falls is Oregon's City of Sunshine with over 300 sunny days per year. Ditch the traffic and enjoy an unparalleled quality of life with an affordable cost of living, great schools, and a tight-knit community. We've got it all: quaint local shops, great restaurants, beautiful parks, a playhouse, a theatre, museums, trails, waterways, and more. Enjoy access to world-class outdoor opportunities such as birding, skiing, mountain biking, hiking, fishing, and more. Portland and San Francisco are easy weekend trips to catch a professional game, see a concert or visit a museum. Experience the best of all worlds in this Pacific Northwest gem.