Physical Therapy- Outpatient General Practice- West Fargo, ND

Physical Therapist

Evaluates, plans, treats, and implements care for patients in accordance with professional standards of the American Association of Physical Therapy using Clinical Practice Guidelines, and policies and procedures of Essentia Health.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provides therapy evaluation, treatment planning, treatment, patient/caregiver education, and discharge planning for a full caseload of patients
• Provides all requirements for a full caseload of patients, including documentation, billing, scheduling management, and other administrative duties
• Demonstrates appropriate communication, professionalism, and supervision of support staff (licensed assistants, aides, volunteers) and complies with all organization policies.
• Complies with organization code of conduct
• Meets professional organization core values, code of ethics, &/or scope of practice
• Work where the patient need is highest (including flexing to other departments) when home department schedule allows
• Provide staff education, participate/lead committee groups, participate in staff onboarding/orientation
• May serve as a clinical instructor, participate in department or therapy discipline committees, and complete credential/certification that would benefit patient care

Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, or Doctorate Degrees from a physical therapy accredited program

Certification/Licensure Requirements:

• Current license in the state performing services

Ada, MN:

• Must meet the driving requirements and criteria acceptable to Essentia Health's insurer

Homecare Departments:

• Must meet the driving requirements and criteria acceptable to Essentia Health's insurer
• BLS certified or ability to become certified within 1 month from hire date

Moose Lake:

• Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license as verified through appropriate licensing agency
• Must meet the driving requirements and criteria acceptable to Essentia Health's insurer
• Proof of current motor vehicle insurance

Hermantown Wellness Center:

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)

West Fargo Clinic

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health:

At Essentia Health, we're committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center.