What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist (Inpatient) - $25K Sign on, Relocation! position at Kingman Regional Medical Center?
Job Description
Located in northwest Arizona, Kingman has a mild climate with stunning Arizona sunsets! In the shadows of beautiful mountain ranges and nearby lakes, Kingman is an outdoor enthusiasts' paradise with abundant sunshine and is a great community to live, work and play!
Position Purpose
All KHI employees are expected to perform their respective tasks and duties in such a way that supports KHI’s vision to be among the kindest, highest quality health systems in the country.
The incumbent shall be responsible for providing a full range of Physical Therapy services including assessment, treatment planning and therapeutic interventions in an interdisciplinary environment consistent with the position’s qualifications, professional practices and ethical standards. With each patient encounter, the incumbent shall use AIDET, perform hand hygiene, assists with positioning patient for comfort and pain management, and performs environment check prior to leaving patient’s room and/or maintains a clean and organized environment.
Benefits (Full Time Employees)
We offer you an excellent total compensation package, including a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and growth opportunities:
Education: Graduate of an APTA approved four year bachelor’s degree program, or foreign equivalent.
Licensure: Current PT License through the AZ Board of Physical Therapy
Certification: BLS through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
Experience: Recent experience working with an adult and geriatric population
Preferences
Special Position Requirements
Education/experience serving people with physical disabilities is desirable.
Exposure Categories: Category II: Expected duties have possible, but not routine, potential for exposure to
blood, body fluids or tissues.
Work Requirements
The Incumbent shall have the ability to lift and transfer patients and equipment, have the ability to stand, walk, sit, bend, stoop, crouch, and communicate to provide therapeutic interventions.
- $25K Sign on / Relocation available! New Grads and graduating students encouraged to apply!
Located in northwest Arizona, Kingman has a mild climate with stunning Arizona sunsets! In the shadows of beautiful mountain ranges and nearby lakes, Kingman is an outdoor enthusiasts' paradise with abundant sunshine and is a great community to live, work and play!
Position Purpose
All KHI employees are expected to perform their respective tasks and duties in such a way that supports KHI’s vision to be among the kindest, highest quality health systems in the country.
The incumbent shall be responsible for providing a full range of Physical Therapy services including assessment, treatment planning and therapeutic interventions in an interdisciplinary environment consistent with the position’s qualifications, professional practices and ethical standards. With each patient encounter, the incumbent shall use AIDET, perform hand hygiene, assists with positioning patient for comfort and pain management, and performs environment check prior to leaving patient’s room and/or maintains a clean and organized environment.
Benefits (Full Time Employees)
We offer you an excellent total compensation package, including a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and growth opportunities:
- Exceptional Colleagues
- Join us and you'll be a part of a culture where we support each other and celebrate what makes each of us a special person as we work together with integrity, compassion, teamwork, respect, and accountability.
- Our leaders demonstrate their commitment by gathering feedback, supporting, and empowering team members to do their best work through regular leadership rounding.
- Health and Well-Being
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Employer Paid HSA for HDHP participants, Robust Wellness and Employee Assistance Program, Employer Paid Group Life, Short & Long-Term Disability
- Generous Paid Leave Accruals
- 403b Retirement Plan with Employer Contributions
- Employee Recognition Programs, Employee Discounts, and Employee Referral Bonus Program
- Employee Identity Theft Protection
- On-site daycare exclusive to our employees’ children of all ages
- Employer Paid Employee Wellness Center Membership with fitness classes, personal training, indoor pool, racquetball, and basketball courts
- Career Growth and Development
- Tuition Reimbursement/Scholarships for full-time employees
- As a not-for-profit organization, our employees who have qualified student loans may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
- So much more!
- Conduct a Physical Therapy evaluation or screen.
- Develop an individualized Plan of Care with functional goals.
- Provide appropriate therapeutic interventions.
- Evaluate patient response to treatment and modify plan as necessary
- Document the course of patient care including progress made and the continuing need for treatment.
- Provide patient and/or family education to help achieve goals.
- Communicates and demonstrates a professional image for patients, families, clients, coworkers, and others.
- Adhere to policies, rules, and regulations from KHI, Arizona State Board of Physical Therapy, and Medicare.
- Assists with orientation of new staff as requested.
- Meets KHI requirements for skills competency and safety.
- Participate in continuing education/professional development activities.
- Assists with the Physical Therapy and Physical Therapy Assistant student program.
- Participate in staff meetings, client relation and marketing activities.
- Documentation is complete and accurate, meeting all KHI, Arizona State Board of Physical Therapy, and Medicare regulatory requirements.
- Billing is completed by the end of each shift, accurate, meets reasonable and necessary requirements, and is justified in the documentation.
- Individual productivity meets department standards.
- Patient satisfaction will meet or exceed department standards.
Education: Graduate of an APTA approved four year bachelor’s degree program, or foreign equivalent.
Licensure: Current PT License through the AZ Board of Physical Therapy
Certification: BLS through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
Experience: Recent experience working with an adult and geriatric population
Preferences
Special Position Requirements
Education/experience serving people with physical disabilities is desirable.
Exposure Categories: Category II: Expected duties have possible, but not routine, potential for exposure to
blood, body fluids or tissues.
Work Requirements
The Incumbent shall have the ability to lift and transfer patients and equipment, have the ability to stand, walk, sit, bend, stoop, crouch, and communicate to provide therapeutic interventions.