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Summary

Physical Therapist | Samaritan Pacific Communities Hospital | Newport, OR

Imagine practicing physical therapy where your work truly matters—and your days end with ocean air, forest trails, and a close‑knit community that values healthcare professionals.

At Samaritan Pacific Communities Hospital, we’re seeking a passionate Physical Therapist who wants more than a job. We offer the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a collaborative hospital setting while enjoying one of Oregon’s most beautiful coastal communities.

Why Join us?

  • Purpose‑Driven Care
    Work in a patient‑focused, nonprofit hospital where quality outcomes and compassionate care are the priority. Your expertise makes a direct difference in the lives of our patients and community.
  • Collaborative, Supportive Team
    Join a rehab department that values teamwork, mutual respect, and clinical autonomy. You’ll collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, and fellow therapists who trust your clinical judgment and welcome your input.
  • Productivity‑Based Compensation
    Compensation is based on productivity, allowing motivated clinicians to directly benefit from their work and efficiency while maintaining a strong focus on quality, ethical patient care.
  • Room to Grow
    Samaritan supports continued learning, evidence‑based practice, and professional development, helping you grow whether you’re early in your career or a seasoned clinician.

Why Newport, Oregon?

  • Exceptional Coastal Lifestyle
    Enjoy ocean views, beaches, hiking, whale watching, and a slower pace of life—without giving up professional fulfillment.
  • Meaningful Community Impact 
    Newport is a place where healthcare professionals are known, respected, and valued.

Who We’re Looking For

  • A licensed Physical Therapist committed to patient‑centered care
  • A professional who values collaboration and autonomy
  • Someone seeking a balance of career satisfaction and quality of life

The Bottom Line

At Samaritan Pacific Communities Hospital, you don’t have to choose between professional opportunity and coastal living. With a productivity‑based pay structure and a supportive environment, you can build a rewarding career in a place you’ll love to call home.

 

  • 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. We offer a variety of specialized services including orthopedic rehab, neurological and stroke rehab, balance and dizziness rehab and chronic pain treatment with the use of movement. The main goal is return to function and community activities.
  • 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
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