Physical Therapist (PT) - Inpatient

Physical Therapist (PT)

• Inpatient in

Albany Job Ref:

3116098918

Employer:

Network Company Name:

Samaritan Health Services

Industry:

Healthcare other

Job Type:

Full Time

State:

Oregon

City:

Albany

Zip Code:

97321

Post Date:

06/01/2026 Summary

JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE

Responsible for providing safe and effective Physical Therapy services by implementing appropriate evaluation, treatment, and education designed to meet the identified needs and functional goals of the patient. Communicates effectively and professionally with patients, families/caregivers, and team members. Promotes teamwork.

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

The Rehabilitation teams at Samaritan evaluate and treat patients with injuries or conditions that have caused either a decline in physical mobility or functional independence. The Physical Therapy team at Samaritan Albany General Hospital evaluates and treat patients with acute and chronic injuries or limitations that are neuro/musculo/skeletal in nature that have caused either a decline in physical mobility or functional independence. We also offer a variety of services in the areas of sports and orthopedic rehab, neurological and stroke rehab, balance, and spinal therapy.

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS

Current unencumbered Oregon Physical Therapy license required. Healthcare Provider Level BLS required. Must be able to travel to multiple points of care.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

Therapy and Counseling

• Possess the skills and knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and cognitive conditions. Ability to provide counseling and guidance. Business Writing
• Strong business writing skills, including the ability to professionally communicate clinical content in written documentation that is easily understood by the end user. Communication
• Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues. Ability to perform group presentations and listen to and understand complex information and ideas. Team Building
• Ability to work, function and communicate on a multi-disciplinary team. Possess the knowledge and skills to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintain them over time. Time Management
• Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to complete within required time frames and to follow-up on pending issues.

Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast-paced environments and under pressure.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Rarely (1

• 10% of the time) Occasionally (11
• 33% of the time) Frequently (34
• 66% of the time) Continually (67
• 100% of the time) CLIMB
• STAIRS LIFT (Floor to

Waist:

0

• 36") 40
• 60 Lbs CRAWL (hands & knees)

ENTER & EXIT VEHICLE/MACHINERY PINCH

Fingers

SIT LIFT

(Knee to chest: 24

• 54") 0
• 20 Lbs LIFT (Waist to

Eye:

up to 54") 0

• 20 Lbs LIFT (Floor to

Waist:

0

• 36") 20
• 40 Lbs LIFT (

Overhead:

54" and above) 0

• 20 Lbs CARRY 1-handed, 0
• 20 pounds CARRY 2-handed, 20
• 40 pounds SQUAT Repetitive

BEND FORWARD

at waist KNEEL (on knees)

ROTATE TRUNK

Sitting

ROTATE TRUNK

Standing REACH

• Upward GRASP Hand/Fist PUSH (0-20 pounds force) PULL (0-20 pounds force)

STAND WALK

• LEVEL

SURFACE LIFT

(Floor to

Waist:

0

• 36") 0
• 20 Lbs CARRY 2-handed, 0
• 20 pounds SQUAT Static (hold >30 sec) REACH
• Forward

MANUAL DEXTERITY

Hands/wrists

FINGER DEXTERITY

None specified