Licensed Physical Therapist

Center For Integrative Manual Medicine; Iloilo City; On-site; PHP 223,200 - 334,800; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the Philippines is seeking a skilled Licensed Physical Therapist to join their team. The role involves evaluating and treating patients to enhance mobility and reduce pain. Candidates should have a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree and current licensure, with new graduates welcome. The position focuses on developing personalized care plans and educating patients about their health.

Qualifications

• Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist is required.
• Experience in rehabilitation, outpatient, or acute care is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients to enhance mobility and reduce pain.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Administer physical therapy treatments including exercises and manual therapy.
• Educate patients on home exercise programs and lifestyle modifications.
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Ability to motivate patients

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Licensed Physical Therapist to join our team. The PT will evaluate and treat patients to enhance mobility, reduce pain, and improve overall physical function. This role involves designing personalized care plans, utilizing evidence-based therapeutic techniques, and collaborating with other healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Patient Evaluation and Diagnosis: Assess patients' medical history, physical condition, and functional limitations.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on diagnosis and goals.

• Therapeutic Interventions: Administer physical therapy treatments, including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and modalities (e.g., ultrasound, electrical stimulation).
• Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs, injury prevention, and lifestyle modifications.

• Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate patient records, documenting evaluations, treatment plans, progress, and outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations and facility policies.

• Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
• Communicate treatment plans and progress to patients and their families.
• Promote patient independence and quality of life through education and empowerment.
• Ensure a safe and supportive therapy environment.

Education and Licensure

• Education: Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from an accredited program.
• Licensure: Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist.

Experience and Skills

• Experience: New graduates welcome, though clinical experience in rehabilitation, outpatient, or acute care is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of physical therapy principles and evidence-based practices.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to motivate and inspire patients to achieve their goals.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

Work may take place in outpatient clinics, hospitals, rehabilitation centers, or patients’ homes.

Physical demands include standing for long periods, lifting, and assisting patients with movement.

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