Physical Therapist (Green Hills)

STAR Physical Therapy

Physical Therapist (Green Hills)

Nashville, TN
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    · Conduct comprehensive physical therapy evaluations to assess physical status, range of motion, strength, posture, ambulation, balance, and independence in activities of daily living.

    · Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on evaluation results.

    · Maintain accurate records and prepare reports according to facility procedures.

    · Interact professionally with patients, family members, and staff.

    · Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants, Exercise Physiologists, Technicians, Certified Athletic Trainers, and students in direct and indirect patient care.

    · Ensure supervised personnel carry out treatments as outlined in the physical therapy evaluation.

    · Contribute to program development and participate in educational activities for personal and professional growth.

    · Assist in outreach community events as directed by the Clinic Director.

    · Adhere to state practice act regulations and the American Physical Therapy Association code of ethics.

    · Must have a degree from an accredited educational institution and be licensed as a Physical Therapist in the state of employment.

  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    · Graduate from a CAPTE accredited Physical Therapy Program

    · New or recent graduates are encouraged to apply

    · Current state licensure

    · CPR certification

    · Ability to work efficiently/effectively in an autonomous environment

    · Basic PC skills and knowledge, including but not limited to Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system, database software, and MS Office

    What You’ll Do:

    · Assess patients to develop and initiate treatment plans based on the evaluation results

    · Review the physician's referral (prescription) and the patient's condition and medical records to determine the physical therapy treatment required

    · Provide direct patient care by established protocols and patient care guidelines

    · Document findings, progress, and instructions to patients and caregivers

    · Responsible for patient care performed by assistants and rehabilitation technicians

    · Complete a written plan of care, develop goals based on evaluation findings, and develop a comprehensive program to attain goals

    · Implement physical therapy treatment program and provide essential physical therapy treatments

    · Communicate effectively with patients/caregivers and professional colleagues, including physicians and insurance companies

    · Ensure timely documentation, including daily notes, weekly workers' compensation reports, progress reports, initial evaluations, discharge summaries, and incident reports

    Additional Information

    Benefits Package includes:

    • Bonus Rewards Program

    • Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life/AD&D Insurance

    • Flexible Spending Accounts

    • Health Savings Accounts

    • Generous Paid Time Off

    • 6 paid holidays

    • 401(k) matching

    • Supplemental Life, Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance

    • Health & Wellness Program

    • Gym Membership Discounts

    • Employee Assistance Program

    • Voluntary Benefits (Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity & ID Watchdog

    Professional Development

    · Over 10 company-sponsored continuing education tracks to choose from, including Manual Therapy Education

    · Previous courses hosted by Adriaan Louw, Kevin Wilk, and many more

    · New graduate mentoring program with monthly meetings and quarterly workshops

    · Journal Clubs

    · Clinical Director Training

    · Opportunities for specialization and leadership development

    Work Life Balance

    · Flexible Scheduling

    · Community engagement through volunteering, mission trips, and philanthropy

    · Team events including Fun Runs, Book clubs and Team Trivia Night

    · Partnerships with local high school athletic teams

    Investment from a company that wants you to succeed and thrive!