Physical Therapist

General Information

Minimum Years of Experience Required: 1 year (industry standard)

First-Time Travelers Accepted: Yes

Patient Population

The Physical Therapist will work with a diverse patient population, including:

• Medically compromised patients: CHF, COPD, DM, Cardiac
• Orthopedic and neurological conditions
• Dementia and general weakness
• Ages vary from early adulthood to geriatrics

Qualifications

• Required Certifications:
  • SD Licensure
  • BLS Certification
• Required Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy
• Skills Required: General physical therapy skills, including but not limited to:
  • Patient evaluation
  • Determining effective interventions
  • Medical assessment
  • Development of care plans

Departmental Support

The Home Health Department team comprises of:

• Registered Nurses (RN)
• Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN)
• Occupational Therapists (OT)
• Physical Therapy Assistants (PTA)
• Speech-Language Pathologists (SLP)
• Aides and Case Managers
• Medical Social Workers (MSW)

Operational Details

• Charting System: EPIC
• Floating: Position will cover the Southern Black Hills area, including:
  • Hot Springs, SD
  • Custer, SD
  • Edgemont, SD
  • Hill City, SD
  • Hermosa, SD
  • Surrounding areas
• Mileage Reimbursement: Reimbursed at the current IRS standard mileage rates
• Orientation: Approximately 1 week, including EPIC orientation, shadowing, and documentation processes
• Scheduling: Monday through Friday operations
• Weekend Rotation: None
• Holiday Expectations: Office is closed on six major holidays
• Time Off Approval: Managed by supervisor approval

Additional Notes

• Scrub Color: Any color of scrub is acceptable, or business casual attire (no denim or sweatpants)
• Free Parking: Yes