OUTPATIENT PHYSICAL THERAPIST - AXIS SPINE

Northwest Specialty Hospital is seeking an Outpatient Physical Therapist to join our Axis Spine & Orthopedics Physical Therapy Team! 

This position starts at 85K a year & is eligible for a $3,000 sign-on bonus! Position will be 4 - 10 hour shifts per week! 

We’re looking for a FT/PT Physical Therapist for our Coeur d’Alene outpatient office. At Axis Spine Center, we believe in delivering first class patient care, treating every person in our clinic with respect and kindness, and seeking for continuous improvement. Our physical therapists provide comprehensive, patient-centered care that works to assess each patient’s strengths and weaknesses to devise effective team-based treatment plans, in accordance with the physician’s orders. Our patient information and access to imaging studies, ensure the best clinical outcomes for our patients.

The ideal Physical Therapist would be a new graduate with a forward-thinking approach and a passion for spine care. Our collaborative team provides mentorship and supports progression towards specialty certification. In addition to adhering to this vision and possessing these qualities, the PT will do the following:

• Evaluate, develop and administer detailed treatment programs with specific goals defined by patient’s capacity and tolerance, and in accordance with established pre, and post-op spine protocols.
• Educate patients about spinal anatomy, biomechanics, and injury prevention to promote wellness.
• Communicate with patients, team members, director of physical therapy, and physicians to ensure a consistent level of care.
• Complete daily documentation on new evaluations and existing patients.
• Participate in quarterly webinars as a speaker, and share in teaching “Spine Class” for pre-op patients. 

Qualifications and Preferred Experience:

• Graduate of accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Must have current and unrestricted licensure in the state of Idaho, or be actively in the application process.
• Must have current BLS certification.

About Axis Spine and Northwest Specialty Hospital: 

Axis Spine Center is North Idaho's premiere spine surgery and interventional pain management practice. We have recently merged with Norwest Specialty Hospital, the only 5-star outpatient hospital in our region. The emphasis is to provide “patient first” specialty care. The surgeons at Axis Spine are board-certified and fellowship trained spine physicians who are committed to offering a full spectrum approach to spine care, combining interventional pain management, physical therapy, and chiropractic care. 

Northwest Specialty Hospital is widely known for being a center of excellence and is proudly owned and operated by local physicians. The physicians have invested personally, professionally and financially in the care of the patients and the staff. They have dedicated their lives to creating a hospital that allows them to practice on their own terms and do what’s best for patients. Northwest Specialty Hospital includes 8 operating rooms and 32 inpatient beds, along with a variety of clinics and services throughout Kootenai County, that span across multiple specialties.
 
Northwest Specialty Hospital has earned numerous awards for patient care, surgical skill, medical care, and employee satisfaction. Northwest Specialty Hospital has been recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in the Inland Northwest for seven consecutive years!! Companies throughout Washington and Idaho were selected based on employee feedback about benefits, work environment, job satisfaction, and other factors. We continue to receive this distinguished honor based on our great company culture, patient focused approach, and robust benefits package!

Some of our amazing perks and benefits offered to employees are:

• CE reimbursement
• Comprehensive health care coverage with options for Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Growth opportunities, ongoing education, training, leadership courses
• A generous 401K retirement plan
• A variety of discounts throughout the hospital and community are available to employees
• Wellness benefits offered to staff such as: weight loss challenge, access to a dietitian, and discount gym memberships
• Culture that promotes and supports work/life balance
• Company-sponsored events such as Silverwood Days, sporting events, BBQs and holiday parties

**Northwest Specialty Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.**