Physical Therapist

The Physical Therapist is responsible for a combination of clinical and client facing worksite support. The Physical Therapist is responsible for assuring that all patients receive top notch musculoskeletal care. The Physical Therapist will carry out an individualized program of physical therapy including assessment, treatment, planning, implementation, education, and communication to maximize a patient's progress toward achieving functional goals.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Functions as part of care continuum and medical team, including but not limited to: physician, PA/NP, occupational therapist, health coach, medical assistant, etc.
• Administers appropriate physical therapy treatments including therapeutic exercise, therapeutic activities, manual therapies, modalities, and patient education.
• Based on results of thorough assessment, plans, and executes a thorough goal-directed treatment program that meets the patient's goals and provides positive outcome measures.
• Assist with care coordination and ensure patient seeks appropriate level of care or specialty and follows up accordingly.
• May supervise and direct PTA’s in accordance with professional guidelines.
• Teach in-home therapeutic exercises and stretches as part of treatment plan.
• Documents patient care services appropriately and promptly by charting in patient’s electronic medical record.
• 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.
• Maintains and develops professional knowledge and skills by reviewing professional publications and by attending continuing education.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• BS, MS or Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited university (CAPTE).
• Current license from the state Board of Physical Therapy Examiners.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience working as a Physical Therapist.
• Current BLS certification.
• Understanding of clinical documentation requirements utilizing electronic medical records software in accordance with state, federal, and APTA guidelines.
• Outpatient experience for adolescent and adult population. Ergonomic training, certification, or experience a plus