Physical Therapist

Description

POSITION OVERVIEW 

Improving the quality of life through prescribed exercise, hands-on care, and patient education, by examining each person and then developing a treatment plan to improve their ability to move, reduce or manage pain, restore function, and prevent disability. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION 

• Performs and documents initial and ongoing assessments of patient’s condition 
• Established a plan of care which is appropriate to problems in identified and involves the patient/family according to their capabilities and desires 
• Educates the patient and family/caregiver about patient deficits. Plans and/or assists with patient discharge from therapy services and treatment settings. Provides information regarding appropriate selection/use of adaptive equipment and support programs. 
• Supervises and delegates the care provided by physical therapy assistants according to established licensing laws, state regulations, and practice standards. 
• Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action.   

SALARY & BENEFITS:

$60,000 - $100,000 per year

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance 
• PTO package and paid holidays
• Company-paid life insurance and long term disability insurance
• Ability to purchase accident insurance, short and long-term disability insurance.
• Opportunities for internal training and development including journal clubs, physician views, surgery views, and in-services
• Annual stipend for continuing education in certain positions
• Retirement Plan eligibility after one year of service with eligibility in company profit sharing
• Most positions offer Monday – Friday work schedules
• Flexible work schedules, 4 10 hour shifts
• Sign on Bonus

Requirements

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS: 

• 1+ years of experience preferred 
• Physical Therapy License required by the state 
• Graduated from a physical therapy curriculum approved by the American Physical Therapy Association required 
• BLS 

WORKING CONDITIONS: 

• Frequent standing, typing, moussing, and reading paper and electronic documents 
• Ability to file and track documents and data, both in written and electronic form 
• Hours of business are Monday – Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. 
• On occasion, some early, late and overtime hours may be required