Physical Therapist – Inpatient Rehab

Salem, OR, US
Rehab Therapy
Per Diem
Job ID: #673

Location Site: Salem Hospital Main Campus

Department: SH IP Rehab Therapies

Position Type: Unscheduled

Salary: Minimum Starting Salary is $41.98 per hour, compensation adjusted based on experience. 

Pioneering healthcare since 1896, Salem Health is a top workplace offering market-leading pay where you can make a difference in the lives of those in the community where you live. Through incorporation of Lean driven principles, staff are able effect change in the organization to solve problems, and drive continuous improvement.

As an employer of choice, we are devoted to assuring that we provide a safe, healthy, and patient-centric workplace, while keeping staff wellbeing and satisfaction top of mind.

We invite you to learn more about our wonderful community:There’s something about Salem, Oregon!

Your Role With Us:

As a Physical Therapist specializing in Musculoskeletal Therapies at Salem Health, you will play a key role in patient care and interaction. Your outgoing and positive communication style enables you to work with a great team of patient care professionals where your abilities will be challenged and rewarded. We hire only the best – those who will thrive in a culture where we live and breathe our mission to improve the health and well-being of the people and communities we serve.

You will work independently as well as collaboratively, maintaining a positive, professional demeanor while prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines. You will be constantly challenged to think creatively about how to drive patient care results, stay updated on current trends and practices, and share learnings with team and other health care colleagues.

Total Rewards Offerings:

  • Family Support (Childcare discounts, new parent resources, and discounted Pet Insurance)
  • 401(K) retirement plan with employer contributions
  • Onsite fitness center with 24/7 badge access
  • Food and drink discounts in the cafeteria
  • Impressive discounts offered by Nike, Adidas, Carhartt and others

You may be an ideal fit if you have:

  • A BS, MS, or Doctorate in Physical Therapy required.
  • Minimum of one (1) year of experience or clinical rotation in department specific area required.
  • Graduate of a program approved by the Committee on Accreditation in Education of the American Physical Therapy Association, and holds a valid license to practice in the state of Oregon or is license eligible.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) within 90 days of hire required.
  • Team player and have proven success applying team approach to obtain resolution to an issue.
  • Excellent interpersonal communication skills, problem solving, decision making and organizational skills for working with the rehabilitation team and patients.
  • An ability to prioritize and multi task while working in a high volume multidisciplinary setting.
  • Demonstrate competency by implementing age, culturally sensitive, and developmentally appropriate treatment plans and by appropriate documentation.

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by law.

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for applicants. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact my.recruiter@salemhealth.org

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Location Site: Salem Hospital Main Campus

Department: SH IP Rehab Therapies

Position Type: Unscheduled

Salary: Minimum Starting Salary is $41.98 per hour, compensation adjusted based on experience. 

Pioneering healthcare since 1896, Salem Health is a top workplace offering market-leading pay where you can make a difference in the lives of those in the community where you live. Through incorporation of Lean driven principles, staff are able effect change in the organization to solve problems, and drive continuous improvement.

As an employer of choice, we are devoted to assuring that we provide a safe, healthy, and patient-centric workplace, while keeping staff wellbeing and satisfaction top of mind.

We invite you to learn more about our wonderful community:There’s something about Salem, Oregon!

Your Role With Us:

As a Physical Therapist specializing in Musculoskeletal Therapies at Salem Health, you will play a key role in patient care and interaction. Your outgoing and positive communication style enables you to work with a great team of patient care professionals where your abilities will be challenged and rewarded. We hire only the best – those who will thrive in a culture where we live and breathe our mission to improve the health and well-being of the people and communities we serve.

You will work independently as well as collaboratively, maintaining a positive, professional demeanor while prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines. You will be constantly challenged to think creatively about how to drive patient care results, stay updated on current trends and practices, and share learnings with team and other health care colleagues.

Total Rewards Offerings:

  • Family Support (Childcare discounts, new parent resources, and discounted Pet Insurance)
  • 401(K) retirement plan with employer contributions
  • Onsite fitness center with 24/7 badge access
  • Food and drink discounts in the cafeteria
  • Impressive discounts offered by Nike, Adidas, Carhartt and others

You may be an ideal fit if you have:

  • A BS, MS, or Doctorate in Physical Therapy required.
  • Minimum of one (1) year of experience or clinical rotation in department specific area required.
  • Graduate of a program approved by the Committee on Accreditation in Education of the American Physical Therapy Association, and holds a valid license to practice in the state of Oregon or is license eligible.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) within 90 days of hire required.
  • Team player and have proven success applying team approach to obtain resolution to an issue.
  • Excellent interpersonal communication skills, problem solving, decision making and organizational skills for working with the rehabilitation team and patients.
  • An ability to prioritize and multi task while working in a high volume multidisciplinary setting.
  • Demonstrate competency by implementing age, culturally sensitive, and developmentally appropriate treatment plans and by appropriate documentation.

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by law.

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for applicants. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact my.recruiter@salemhealth.org

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Career exploration program

Whatever your background or career aspirations, there’s a place for you at Salem Health. And our Career Exploration Program can help you identify the ideal opportunity to pursue. The Program allows you to work alongside a healthcare professional as you gain insight into a fulfilling hospital career.

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Nursing

Since 2010, Salem Hospital has continuously achieved Magnet™-designation – the gold standard for nursing excellence. Only eight percent of all hospitals achieve this prestigious distinction.

We’ve been able to do this by maintaining a nursing culture that is defined by:

  • Consistent teamwork and collaboration
  • Exemplary resources to support clinical nurses
  • Engaged and inspiring leadership
  • A focus on well-being, resilience, diversity, equity, and inclusion
  • Strong professional development opportunities
  • Pride in delivering quality-of-care that exceeds national norms
  • An empowering professional governance structure and professional practice model
  • New grad residency support, preceptorship, and mentoring
  • Open and transparent strategy alignment
  • Feedback is encouraged, valued and incorporated from the staff at all levels.
  • Partnerships with community organizations that support improved patient outcomes

If you’re looking for a setting where you can achieve your highest potential as a nurse, we invite you to join us. We welcome all nurses, including those from outside of the United States. At Salem Health, you can experience an inclusive culture that values and rewards your unique qualities and background.

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RN residency program

Begin your journey from student nurse to confident practitioner with our RN Residency Program. The program features a combination of didactic lessons, simulation, and track-specific class options. It begins with orientation and training and proceeds to preceptorship and mentorship. Through the program, you will gain clinical expertise as well as valuable professional skills such as communication and critical thinking.

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Nursing units overview

As a trusted provider of high-quality, comprehensive patient care, we offer nursing opportunities that cover the full spectrum of clinical specialties.

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Work-Life balance for nurses

We value and respect your life away from work and provide a variety of programs and perks that help you maintain a positive work-life balance. We’re fully committed to supporting your well-being and resilience.

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Certified nursing assistants

As a certified nursing assistant (CNA), your contributions are absolutely crucial. You will provide compassionate reassurance and vital patient support in order to ensure our patients receive the highest quality care possible. You will receive competitive compensation as you provide patients with physical care and emotional support. We seek empathetic, and non-judgmental individuals with a sincere passion for elevating others’ lives.

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Postgraduate year 1 pharmacy residency program

The Salem Health Postgraduate Year 1 (PGY1) Residency Program enhances your PharmD education as you develop your clinical expertise in the medication-related care of patients with a wide range of conditions. The program will be eligible for board certification, and eligible for postgraduate year 2 (PGY2) pharmacy residency training. Upon completion of the Salem Health PGY1 residency, we believe you will be a confident and highly capable general practitioner, and well-prepared for the next step in your career.

What are our employees saying about our residency program?

“I am very happy with the way the Residency program has gone. If I ever have any questions or need any advice on my unit, I know where to get the help I need.”

“I’m very happy with the depth and duration of the program. I received the information and education necessary to gain a thorough understanding of how the hospital operates.”

“This is a great program. I’m glad the hospital offers it to new grads. I was encouraged and supported throughout the whole program, and I’m very lucky to have been accepted into it.”

“The program very much smoothed the transition into acute care nursing, both in my nursing practice and emotionally. I feel well supported.”

We will meet you wherever you are on your career journey, and walk with you to your destination

There are over 900 unique positions to choose from at Salem Health. Whatever your background or your professional and personal aspirations, we offer an inclusive learning environment where you can achieve your highest potential in a career that grows with you. And, we’ll help you along the way with perks like tuition reimbursement and certification bonuses.

With so many options, why work anywhere else?

Support careers

  • Culinary / Nutrition Services
  • Hospitality
  • Housekeeping
  • Security
  • Patient Support Services
  • Administrative Support
  • Facilities Operations
  • Technicians

Professional careers

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  • Providers
  • Pharmacists
  • Therapists
  • Dietitians
  • Chaplains
  • Physicists
  • Medical Lab Scientists
  • Operations Professionals
    (information services, finance, marketing, human resources, project management, etc.)

Technical careers

  • Certified Nursing Assistants
  • Certified Medical Assistants
  • Imaging
  • Surgical Technologists
  • Language Interpretations
  • Biomed
  • Polysomnography
  • Phlebotomists
  • Pharmacy Technicians

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Life in the Willamette Valley

One of the greatest benefits of working at Salem Health is the opportunity to live, work, and play in Oregon’s beautiful Willamette Valley. The moment you arrive, you’ll see why.

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The Salem Health Recruitment Team is here to help you find an ideal role with us. Need help?
Have questions? Don’t hesitate to reach out!

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