Physical Therapist

This position exists to provide excellent physical therapy services. The purpose of this position is to evaluate patients, establish and implement a plan of care based upon evaluation findings, and provide health and wellness education.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Program.
• Montana Licensure (Physical Therapist).
• American Heart Association BLS required within 1 month of hire.
• Participates in two hours of initial cerebrovascular disease (stroke) education within one year of hire.
• Preferred: Two years of physical therapy experience.

Essential Job Functions:

• Evaluates physical and functional status of patients and establishes & implements appropriate plan of care within the scope of Physical Therapy Practice.
• Documents initial evaluations, re-evaluations, progress notes, daily treatment, education and discharge summaries within compliance of BH Rehab policies.
• Educates patients, families, and caregivers in strategies to manage pain, improve safety and function and educate re: individualized plan of care. Documents appropriately.
• Identifies issues re: patient safety and follows through with processes to accomplish safety for all involved. (family, caregiver, patient).