Job Summary
- The Physical Therapist provides safe, ethical, evidence-based care to patients of all ages. The facility’s Rehabilitation Services department supports outpatient, inpatient, subacute/swing-bed, home health, and clinic-based pediatric services.
- Each therapist has a primary practice setting and may receive cross-training to support coverage in additional settings as needed. The traveler’s primary assignment and any cross-coverage expectations will be confirmed with the department.
Key Responsibilities
- Evaluate patients, develop individualized plans of care, provide physical therapy treatment, and assess progress.
- Complete accurate initial evaluations, treatment notes, progress reports, updated plans of care, and discharge summaries within two business days of treatment.
- Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care and changes in patient status.
- Participate in rotating weekend and holiday hospital coverage.
- Supervise Physical Therapist Assistants in accordance with applicable practice requirements and supervise PT/PTA students as assigned.
- Participate in required competencies, department meetings, and performance and process improvement activities.
- Maintain a safe, clean patient care environment and follow the facility’s policies and professional standards.
- Additional services may include VO₂ max testing, pediatric screenings, and athletic wellness screenings, depending on the assignment.
Required Qualifications
- Graduate of an APTA-credentialed physical therapy training program.
- Licensed or eligible for physical therapy licensure in Montana.
- In good standing with the current state licensing board.
- Current CPR certification.
- Driver’s license in good standing in the State of Montana, as specified in the job description.
- Ability to perform the physical requirements of the position, including patient care activities and periods of walking or standing.
Desired Qualities
- Flexibility and a positive approach to changing department needs.
- Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills.
- Effective communication, organization, and time management.
- Commitment to safe, patient-centered care and timely documentation.
Position Specifications
Job IDCS-12488
Job typeContract
LocationLivingston, MT
Start dateAs soon as possible
Shift5 x 8 Day shifts
Hours per week40
Weekly pay$2,490