The Physical Therapist (PT) is a professional practitioner who develops treatment plans using a variety of treatment techniques creating personalized fitness-oriented health care programs for patients. Administering medically prescribed physical therapy treatments relieves pain and improves mobility for patients recovering from accidents, trauma and surgical procedures.

JOB DUTIES

• Consult with patients to learn about their physical condition
• Assess and interpret patient evaluations and test results
• Develop treatment plans using a variety of treatment techniques as part of personalized fitness-oriented health care programs
• Administer medically prescribed physical therapy treatments to relieve pain and improve mobility
• Advise patients on exercise techniques and in-home treatment options
• Provide educational information about injury prevention, ergonomics and ways to promote physical health
• Oversee the support staff to ensure quality of care and maximum productivity
• Consult and collaborate with other healthcare professionals
• Document patient care history timely and accurately
• Comply with all rules, regulations and procedures

The Physical Therapist (PT) assumes other responsibilities as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Analytical ability to apply criteria and evaluate information to make decisions
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; and excellent interpersonal skills
• Accurate clinical assessment skills regarding patient medical conditions
• Ability and willingness to accurately and appropriately document patient care notes in a timely manner in accordance with billing and regulatory requirements
• Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, physicians and hospital staff
• Computer skills including MSOffice, Outlook, Meditech, preferred
• Ability to stand, walk, talk, hear, sit; reach with arms, hands and fingers to handle and feel; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; taste and smell as demonstrated by the Occupational Performance Capacity (OPC) test and/or pre-employment physical administered by CRMC at offer

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Master degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited educational institution, required
• Completion of an American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) accredited residency program, preferred
• Pass the National Physical Therapist Examination (NPTE), required
• Current Kansas Physical Therapy License, required
• Current BLS Certification, required
• 1-2 years’ experience in an acute or clinical setting, preferred