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Primary City/State:

Brush, Colorado

Department Name:

Physical Thrpy-Hosp

Work Shift:

Day

Job Category:

Clinical Care

Estimated Pay Range:

$40.91 - $68.19 / hour, based on location, education, & experience.

In accordance with State Pay Transparency Rules.

Great careers start with great training. The people of Banner Health are focused on delivering excellent care to our patients. In return, we are committed to excellence in personal development for all our team members. Rural settings give our providers an opportunity to work with a wide range of patients, from inpatient and outpatient. Learn more about what it means to be a Physical Therapist with a rural Banner Health Rehab team at https://vimeo.com/778589445/a33fd0953d

In partnership with Regis University, Banner Health is offering sponsorship for the Orthopedic Specialty Certification (OSC).Our Physical Therapy OCS Residency Program is tailored for dedicated therapists who are eager to enhance their clinical skills and provide the highest quality orthopedic care to their patients.

Residents will gain experience with a diverse range of patients while working full-time as part of our team in one of our rural facilities. Enjoy dedicated time for weekly one-on-one mentoring sessions with an orthopedic specialist, totaling over 150 hours.

For any questions, please reach out to Garrett.Thurman@bannerhealth.com.

We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, relocation package, 401k, a wellness program, career growth opportunities and more.

East Morgan County Hospital is a 25-bed licensed critical access facility, level IV trauma center, offering a full array of health care services and two clinic locations: Banner Family Medicine Brush and Banner Health Clinic Fort Morgan. East Morgan County Hospital is in Brush, Colorado, 1-hour northeast of Denver. Situated in the agriculturally rich South Platte River valley, Brush is home to 5,500 people and serves over 15,000. The community thrives on its rural pace and charm and is revered for its "Homegrown Happiness!" Nestled in the wide-open plains of northeastern Colorado, Brush boasts a rich history and limitless outdoor recreation. With award-winning fishing and boating nearby, numerous parks and biking trails, some of the best of Colorado is here.Accredited by The Joint Commission and Designated as a Pathway to Excellence hospital, East Morgan County Hospital brings together state-of-the-art technology and an exceptional team of health care professionals to provide the most compassionate, innovative, and personalized care possible. As a District owned hospital, operated by Banner Health, East Morgan County Hospital can provide the small-town, close-knit atmosphere all while having the resources of a large hospital system in the rural setting.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position serves in a residency program which provides structured training to physical therapy residents or specialty certification enrollee to become a confident and competent specialty certified Clinical Physical Therapist. This position is responsible for the evaluation, planning, administration, and supervision of Physical Therapy treatment in accordance with physician referral, state and national organizational standards, regulatory agencies, and established departmental policies and procedures. This position demonstrates the clinical competence and knowledge necessary to provide treatment appropriate to the age of the patients served. Conducts and participates in educational activities, applies principles of performance improvement, and participates in facility and system committee(s) as appropriate. Must possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status, interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements and provide physical therapy care based on those needs. Adheres to local, state, and federal laws regarding the profession of physical therapy practice.

CORE FUNCTIONS

1. Evaluates patient's functional abilities and limitations. Determines if intervention is needed. Establishes a plan of care and treatment goals. Completes comprehensive evaluation within the established time frame set by the department. Identifies and prioritizes key limiting factors. Establishes treatment goals that are functional, measurable, patient related and reflects the key limiting factors. Collaborates with patient and family/caregiver when setting goals. Initiates discharge planning. Recommends additions to or modifications of referring orders.

2. Implements individualized treatment plan with consideration to the patient's physical, social, spiritual, cultural, educational and age specific needs. Provides skilled treatment in a safe manner. Assesses ongoing effectiveness of treatment and modifies plan of care as indicated. Involves patient and family/caregiver in the treatment and decision-making process. Provides ongoing education to physician, nurse, patient, family/caregiver, and interdisciplinary team. Works with specialty certified Physical Therapist mentor to ensure growth and advancement of advanced clinical decision making by physical therapy resident or certification program enrollee in preparation for passing the certification examination.

3. Documents according to professional practice guidelines set by regulatory agencies. Documents legibly. Completes documentation within the established time frames of the department. Documents evidence based and individualized treatment techniques/plan. Documentation reflects skilled intervention and comprehensive assessment of the patient's progress or lack of progress. Treatment goals are reassessed according to department policies.

4. Communicates pertinent patient information to ensure the best possible follow through of care. Communicates evaluation/treatment results and patient progress to physicians, nurses, patient, family/caregiver, and interdisciplinary team. Communicates in a clear and timely manner. Accepts responsibility to contact physicians for routine or difficult problem solving to ensure optimal patient outcome. Defends treatment rationale with standard practices and/or current literature.

5. Exhibits adaptability in assignments as it relates to required 1:1 mentorship hours, caseload, scheduling, and staffing shifts. Takes initiative to assist in other patient care areas and accepts responsibility for all patient care needs.

6. Demonstrates appropriate supervision and delegation of personnel to achieve safe delivery of quality cost effective patient care. Supervision and delegation of the PTA, ATC, Therapy Technician, and student complies with department policies and regulatory agencies. Assures competency of personnel, prior to delegation of task.

7. Participates in department operational activities. Attends department required meetings and/or follows up to obtain pertinent information. Participates in departmental/facility process improvement. Meets productivity standards set by the department. Participates with the development and implementation of evidence-based physical therapy guidelines/protocols.

8. Interacts with all levels of staff in a variety of departments, physicians, patients, families, and external contacts such as employees of other health care institutions, community provides and agencies concerning the health care of the patient. Also interacts with the physician offices to report, request or clarify information. Internal customers may include Patients, Nurses, Licensed Independent Practitioners, Nursing Directors, Department Directors, Administrators, and other health care team members for the purpose of integrating services, improving patient care, and ensuring effective communication systems. External customers may include local, state, and national physical therapy organizations, Joint Commission, State Board of Physical Therapy, colleagues and peers, educational institutions, and physical therapy representatives.

9. Adheres to and completes all requirements in the Physical Therapy Certification or Residency Accreditation Standards for successful completion of the program. This position is under general supervision of mentoring physical therapist as it pertains to certification or residency program requirements. This position requires, and agrees to receive, specific mentoring hours based on certification type, which will be provided by a qualified and assigned mentor.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Must have graduated from an APTA accredited school of Physical Therapy, or equivalent.

Must possess a current Physical Therapy license within the State of practice. This license must not be under suspension, revocation, probationary status, or subject to disciplinary proceedings or inquiry. BLS certification required.

Must be actively enrolled in an accredited corresponding certification or residency program for which they are being mentored. Mustbe committed to professional development.

Relates throughout the interview process their clinical competency, experience, training, and education they have received that is required to perform the job. Demonstrates through behaviors and answers to job related experiential questions.

Must have the ability to become proficient with computer software applications commonly used in an automated patient care environment. Patient care equipment, evaluation tools, and therapeutic modalities. Copier, multi-line feature telephone, fax machine, computer, pager, and miscellaneous office equipment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

Anticipated Closing Window (actual close date may be sooner):

2026-06-10

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