JOB TITLE: PHYSICAL THERAPIST - Portland, Indiana
Summary:
We are currently seeking an energetic full-time physical therapist for our Winchester, Indiana location.
We pride ourselves at providing the utmost in quality care with the promotion of restorative care and wellness for the individuals for which we treat. Our practice focuses on one on one patient care. Therefore, we are looking for a PT who must possess strong skills in manual therapy and exercise prescription along with excellent interpersonal skills. This position is primarily responsible for planning and administering prescribed physical therapy treatment for patients suffering from injuries, or muscle, nerve, joint and bone diseases, to restore function, relieve pain, and prevent disability by performing the following duties as outlined below. We offer a competitive compensation plan with benefits including, paid time off, holiday pay, retirement plan with company matched contributions.
Multiple opportunities for career development.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Core duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Reviews Physician's referral (prescription/order) and patient's condition and medical records to determine physical therapy treatment required.
Tests and measures patient's strength, motor development, sensory perception, functional capacity, and respiratory and circulatory efficiency, and records findings to develop or revise treatment programs.
Plans and prepares written treatment program based on evaluation of patient data.
Administers manual therapy techniques and functional exercises to improve and maintain function.
Administers treatments involving application of physical treatments.
Records treatment, response, and progress in patient's chart or enters information into computer.
Instructs patient and family in treatment procedures to be continued at home.
Confers with Physician and other practitioners to obtain additional patient information, suggest revisions in treatment program, and integrate physical therapy treatment with other aspects of patient's health care.
Orients, instructs, and directs work activities of assistants, aides, and students.
Plans and develops physical therapy research programs and participates in conducting research. Participates in department or unit quality improvement activities.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
Current Indiana License
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals; risk of radiation and vibration.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: To commensurate with education and experience
Job Location:
Portland, IN
Required education:
· Master's or DPT
Preferred experience:
· Manual Therapy Skills: 1 year
· Experience in Outpatient Setting: Prefer 1 to 2 years
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Travel reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Healthcare setting:
- Outpatient
- Private practice
Medical specialties:
- Orthopedics
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- Graduated from Accredited School Physical Therapy Program
Education:
License/Certification:
- Physical Therapy License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Portland, IN 47371 (Preferred)
Work Location: Multiple locations