Job Description Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Physical Therapist to join our dynamic acute care therapy team for weekday and weekend coverage at the Logan Health Whitefish hospital. Immediate shifts are available.

Additional shifts may become available in the outpatient clinic adjacent to the Logan Health Whitefish hospital: Logan Health Rehabilitation Whitefish offers physical, occupational, and speech therapy services across the lifespan.

In the role of physical therapist, you will plan, develop, and implement personalized treatment programs for patients, utilizing the latest physical therapy principles and evidence-based practices. You'll have the opportunity to work with a diverse patient population, providing hands-on care that makes a tangible difference in their recovery and well-being.

This position is located in the stunning town of Whitefish, Montana.

Why Whitefish?
Nestled at the base of the stunning Whitefish Mountain and minutes from the pristine lakes and wilderness of Glacier National Park, Whitefish offers a unique opportunity to live and work in one of the most scenic locations in the United States. Whether you're into outdoor adventures like skiing, hiking, or fishing, or simply enjoy a slower-paced life surrounded by natural beauty, Whitefish offers something for everyone.

Qualifications:

Minimum of one (1) of the following required:

Current Montana Physical Therapy license.

Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy program and must successfully obtain Montana Physical Therapy license within thirty (30) days of hire.

Current HS AED CPR.

Excellent organizational skills, detail-oriented, a self-starter, possess critical thinking skills and be able to set priorities and function as part of a team as well as independently.

Commitment to working in a team environment and maintaining confidentiality as needed.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively with various audiences.

Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy.

Possess and maintain computer skills to include working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn other software as needed.

Job Specific Duties:

Develops, implements, and revises individualized, goal directed physical therapy through a skilled process of evaluation and ongoing assessment of each patient.

Performs comprehensive assessments that reflect the patient’s functional, physical, mental, emotional, psychosocial and environmental status.

Develops and maintains an updated, individualized plan of care that includes; goals, interventions, medications and visit frequency orders.

Demonstrates the ability to effectively plan, communicate, supervise and delegate to provide therapy services in a competent and efficient manner.

Performs all patient treatment according to established physical therapy standards and department policies and procedures.

Actively involved in the rehabilitation process, completes admission, discharge evaluations, daily assessments and identifies individual goals for each patient. 

Exhibits excellent customer service and communication techniques at all times to internal and external customers.

Completes all required documentation in a timely manner according to payer guidelines (Medicare, Private Insurance, Medicaid) and Montana practice guidelines for physical therapy

Enhances rehabilitation services by participating in projects/programs within the department, the facility and the community.

Achieves set productivity standards per department protocol.

The above essential functions are representative of major duties of positions in this job classification.  Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs.  Other duties may be assigned similar to the above consistent with knowledge, skills and abilities required for the job.  Not all of the duties may be assigned to a position.

Maintains regular and consistent attendance as scheduled by department leadership.

Shift:

Day Shift - Variable Hours (United States of America)

Schedule Details:

Please know schedules and shifts are subject to change based on patient care and department/organizational needs.

Schedule:

Logan Health operates 24 hours per day, seven days per week.  Schedules are set to accommodate the requirements of the position and the needs of the organization and may be adjusted as needed.

Notice of Pre-Employment Screening Requirements

If you receive a job offer, please note all offers are contingent upon passing a pre-employment screening, which includes:

Criminal background check

Reference checks

Drug Screening

Health and Immunizations Screening

Physical Demand Review/Screening

Equal Opportunity Employer

Logan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA/M-F/Vet/Disability). We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on protected veteran status, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability or any other basis protected by applicable law. If you require accommodation to complete the application, testing or interview process, please notify Human Resources.

The Planetree Culture at Logan Health – Whitefish

Thank you for your interest in Logan Health – Whitefish where we believe everyone who works at our hospital and clinics is a caregiver. At Logan Health – Whitefish our employees are motivated by our open and supportive culture of caring for the patient and each other.

Logan Health – Whitefish was the first hospital in Montana to be affiliated with Planetree International, a non-profit organization setting the global standard for person-centered care. As a Planetree affiliate, we embrace this evidence-based approach partnering with the patient and their family to provide the highest quality patient experience. Logan Health – Whitefish is often recognized as one of the top critical access hospitals in the country and received a 5-star overall rating, the highest designation available for hospitals from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services in 2023. We take pride in providing our quality level of service and continuously work to go above and beyond our stellar reputation.