Physical Therapist-Oregon State Hospital, Salem, Oregon

Job Description:

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The Oregon State Hospital (Salem, Oregon campus) is searching for a Physical Therapist (PT) to join our Treatment Services Team. 

The Oregon State Hospital, a JCAHO accredited, and CMS certified public psychiatric hospital, provides psychiatric hospital services and residential treatment services to persons committed by the Oregon courts as part of the state mental health system.

This position is within the Treatment Services Department at Oregon State hospital, which provides evaluation and treatment to persons with mental illness.  Treatment Services provides patient evaluation and treatment based on professional standards in occupational therapy, therapeutic recreation, physical therapy, art therapy, and music therapy.  Approximately 730 patients are served at two hospital sites.

What will you do?

This position provides services and active treatment for patients admitted to Oregon State Hospital.  The primary focus of this position includes providing person-centered recovery-focused physical rehabilitation services, standardized assessments, developing evidenced-based clinical interventions to meet individualized treatment needs.

Assessment:

• Complete clinical assessments in accordance with the OSH, Treatment Services, and professional standards.
• Meets the patient’s goals and needs and provides quality care by assessing and interpreting evaluations and test results; determining physical therapy treatment plans in consultation with ordering practitioners.
• Determine physical therapy treatment goals with client input.
• Complete clinical assessment within timelines as established by OSH policies and Treatment Services protocols.
• Provide consultation to unit team members regarding completed patient referrals.

Program planning and implementation:

• Develop and implement therapeutic treatment plans in consultation with clients and ordering practitioners.
• Develop and write program plans for each group provided and treatment service, based on identified patient’s strengths and needs according to Treatment Services and OSH guidelines.
• Demonstrate creativity and skill in developing a treatment plan that recognizes and builds on the strengths of each patient.
• Helps patient accomplish treatment plan and accept therapeutic devices by administering manual exercises; instructing, encouraging, and assisting patients in performing physical activities, such as non-manual exercises, ambulatory functional activities, and daily-living activities and in using assistive and supportive devices, such as crutches, canes, and prostheses.
• Administers physical therapy treatments by giving massages; initiating traction; applying physical agents; utilizing hydrotherapy tanks, moist packs, ultraviolet and infrared lamps, and ultrasound machines.
• Directing treatments given by aides, technicians, and assistants.
• Evaluates effects of physical therapy treatments and fit of prosthetic and orthotic devices by observing, noting, and evaluating patient's progress; recommending adjustments and modifications.

Documentation and program reporting:

• Regularly evaluate efficacy of clinical interventions.
• Involve the client in the planning and goal setting of the individualized treatment plan.
• Utilize standardize measuring tools when available.
• Track and report clients’ progress, regress or stability toward their individual treatment goals.
• Document interventions and services according to OSH policies.
• Reassess client treatment goals by modifying, adapting, and progressively updating the Treatment Care Plan as an active member of the Interdisciplinary Treatment Team.
• Completes discharge planning by consulting with physicians, nurses, social workers, and other health care workers.
• Promotes continuation of therapeutic plan following discharge by designing home exercise programs; instructing patients, families, and caregivers in home exercise programs; recommending and/or providing assistive equipment; recommending outpatient or home health follow-up programs as needed.

Quality improvement:

• Submit written evaluations of program effectiveness to Director of Occupational and Physical Therapy as requested.
• Participate in regular curriculum development planning by discussion, development of programming, outcome measures, etc.
• Track metrics as assigned.
• Engage in OSH and Treatment Services Process Improvement activities.
• Utilize Lean Management techniques and systems.

Infection control and safety:

• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection control policies and protocols.
• Ensures operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs.

Professional Development:

• Assume personal responsibility for ongoing continuing education and professional development.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies; and organizing and presenting at least one in-service to the Occupational and Physical Therapy department per year.
• Maintain all job-related credentials, licenses, and certifications; reporting change if necessary and renewal documentation when completed.
• Attend departmental in-services and meetings, unless excused by Associate Treatment Services Director or designee.
• Initiate and attend at least one continuing education opportunity offered outside of OSH annually.
• Complete annual education e-learnings, Safe Together and CPR updates within due date.
• Actively participate in individual and group clinical supervisions at minimum once per month with Clinical Supervisor or designee.
• Develops and demonstrates competencies and practice of the Collaborative Problem Solving® model through formal coaching, training, and development opportunities. Applies the Collaborative Problem Solving® model with clients and staff at all levels of the organization.

Cultural Competency and Diversity:

• Consistently treats consumers and co-workers with dignity and respect.
• Demonstrates recognition and appreciation of the value of individual and cultural differences.
• Assures that service delivery is provided in a culturally competent way; assures that printed materials are available in different languages as needed and /or in alternate format; bilingual services available and facilities are accessible for all consumers.

Core Values:

As an employee of Oregon State Hospital demonstrates awareness, understanding and alignment in service delivery with the DHS core values of Integrity, Stewardship, Responsibility, Respect and Professionalism.

What's in it for you?

• Medical, vision, and dental benefits
• 11 paid holidays
• 8 hours of vacation per month, eligible to be used after 6 months of service
• 8 hours of sick leave per month, eligible to be used as accrued
• 24 hours of personal business leave per fiscal year, eligible to be used after 6 months of service
• Pension and retirement programs 
• Opportunity to potentially receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
• Continuous growth and development opportunities
• Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work
• A healthy work/life balance, including some remote options as well

We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promote an atmosphere of mutual respect, dedication, and enthusiasm. You will collaborate in an open office with a team of bright individuals to work with and learn from. We offer full medical, vision and dental with paid sick leave, vacation, personal leave and ten paid holidays per year plus pension and retirement plans. If you're driven by the passion to do something meaningful that changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority is the place for you.

The Oregon Health Authority is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information or any other protected class under state or federal law. Click here, to learn more about OHA’s mission, vision, and core values.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A license with the Oregon Physical Therapist Licensing Board as a Physical Therapist; OR completed an accredited physical therapy educational program and be eligible to obtain an Oregon Physical Therapy license or temporary permit.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Must be able to work under the following conditions with or without reasonable accommodations.  At the time of appointment, have at least a temporary permit.

SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

Possession of a valid Physical Therapist license or other valid authorization issued by the Physical Therapy Licensing Board.

How to apply:

• Complete the online application
• Upload Resume
• Upload Cover Letter

Need Help?

If you need assistance to participate in the application process such as an alternate format to apply, please call Melissa Perez, SPHR at 503-209-7058 and/or email

Melissa.m.perez@oha.oregon.gov.  TTY users please use the Oregon Telecommunications Relay Service: 1-800-735-2900. Accommodation request related to a disability should be made as soon as possible.

Additional Information

• Please monitor your Workday account, as all communication will be sent to your Workday account. You must have a valid e-mail address to apply.
• If you are a veteran, you may receive preference. Click here for more information about veterans’ preference. If you checked that you are a veteran, we will ask you for your documents later in the process.
• We do not offer VISA sponsorships or transfers at this time – unless specifically noted. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States.
• If you are offered employment, the offer will be contingent upon the outcome of an abuse check, criminal records check and driving records check, and the information shall be shared with the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Office of Human Resources (OHR). Any criminal or founded abuse history will be reviewed and could result in the withdrawal of the offer or termination of employment.
• Please only attach documents that are related to the position. Additional documents that are attached will not be reviewed.
• Applicant Help and Support webpage

The Oregon Health Authority is committed to fair employment practices and non-discrimination, including pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected class (race, sex, veteran status, disability, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation) in the payment of wages or screen applicants on the basis of their current or past compensation. We determine salary by completing a review of your application materials to evaluate your related education, experience, and training for this position. (critical elements of process).

The Oregon Health Authority is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to work force diversity.