Physical Therapist

PT Job SummaryThe Physical Therapist (PT) evaluates and treats residents and patients with temporary or long-term physical disabilities to relieve pain, restore function, and promote healing by applying the therapeutic properties of exercise, heat, ultrasound, massage, and other forms of treatment. Under a physician's orders, the therapist performs their duties within their scope of practice and federal guidelines.PT QualificationsBachelor's degree plus five years of experience in Physical Therapy or Master's/Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy (no additional experience required with attainment of Master's/Doctorate Degree)One year of clinical experience preferredCurrent license to practice Physical Therapy issued by the state where applicablePT Essential Duties And ResponsibilitiesReviews physicians' referrals and patients' conditions and medical records to determine in consultation with the physician, the appropriate physical therapy treatment(s) requiredEvaluates plans and administers medically prescribed physical therapy treatment to patients suffering from injuries, or muscle, nerve, joint, and bone diseases related to neuromuscular and musculoskeletal systems to improve or restore function, relieve pain, and prevent disabilityTests and measures patients' muscle strength, motor development, range of motion, coordination, sensory perception, functional capacity, and respiratory/circulatory efficiencyMaintains patient records, recording treatment, response, and progress in patient chartsEvaluates effects of treatment at various stages and adjusts treatment to achieve maximum benefitAdministers treatments for the specific needs of the patient, including application of physical agents, massage, traction equipment, and home assessmentsPT Benefits401KAnnual Performance EvaluationsPaid Time OffHealth InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceDisability InsuranceLife InsuranceElectronic DocumentationEmployee Appreciation EventsHow To ApplyPlease submit your application to join our team of dedicated professionals. We look forward to hearing from you!