ABOUT SHERIDAN MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

At Sheridan Memorial Hospital, we are proud to be ranked in the top 13.6% of hospitals rated by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. We believe that our ability to deliver excellent healthcare begins with our people, and we are proud of our more than 850 skilled, experienced, and caring employees. We have over 100 providers who specialize in 25 areas of expertise. Our facility is state-of-the-art, and we are dedicated to providing outstanding patient-centered care. · Nestled at the foothills of the Big Horn Mountains in northern Wyoming, spectacular scenery and outdoor activities abound. Our hospital has the latest technology and equipment comparative to that of many larger facilities, and you will find our staff is friendly, compassionate, caring, and courteous. We focus on creating and nurturing a workplace that encourages, recognizes, and rewards individual effort and creativity. Leadership is responsive to changing modes of healthcare delivery and adapts accordingly. We value effective communication and honesty and believe teamwork based on mutual respect is key to success.

JOB SUMMARY

The Physical Therapist administers physical therapy services to patients according to the American Physical Therapy Association and Wyoming State Physical Therapy Standards of Practice. The PT is responsible for evaluating assigned patients and establishing, implementing and overseeing appropriate plans of care for these individuals in order to restore and maximize their function and quality of life.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Practice in a safe manner that minimizes risk to patients, self and others.

• Practice in areas of Transitional Care, ICU, Inpatient, Outpatient and Home Health when needed.

• Perform patient evaluations and develop appropriate plans of care according to applicable laws and regulatory requirements.

• Establish with the patient appropriate and realistic short and long term functional goals.

• Administer effective and appropriate treatment interventions that are individualized and adjusted to the needs of each patient for the purpose of meeting their functional goals.

• Select and use appropriate, accepted, standardized tests and outcome measures to assess the results of interventions administered.

• Communicate effectively and on a regular basis with patients, caregivers and fellow healthcare team members to promote optimal healthcare delivery and progress toward the patient’s functional goals.

• Complete documentation related to physical therapy practice in an appropriate, legible and timely manner that is consistent with all applicable laws and regulatory requirements.

• Supervise assistive personnel and students in a manner that assures safe and efficient care.

• Attend meetings and serve on committees as assigned.

  MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s, Master’s or Doctorate in Physical Therapy from a nationally accredited school of physical therapy program.

• One (1) or more years experience in rehabilitation or in a skilled nursing facility.

• Maintain current State of Wyoming licensure through the State Board of Physical Therapy.

• Active membership in the APTA and Wyoming State Chapter of Physical Therapy is encouraged.

• Participation in related workshops, seminars, and other educational programs is strongly encouraged.

• Current BLS certification, required.

  Additional Skills

• Ability to implement physical therapy treatments and rehabilitation activities. Ability to communicate both orally and in written form.

• Ability to assess and evaluate individuals for change in condition. Ability to plan and organize effectively.

  Specific demands not listed: Possible exposure to blood and or body fluids / infectious disease / hazardous waste requiring the use of Personal Protective Equipment. Exposure to odorous chemicals / specimens and Latex products.

  Pre-employment drug and alcohol screening is required.

  Sheridan Memorial Hospital is an equal opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you would like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please click here.