Movement-Focused Outpatient PT Clinician

Washington University in St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 51,000 - 79,000; Part time

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a Clinical Associate in Physical Therapy for outpatient orthopedics. The role emphasizes individualized, one-on-one assessments and tailored therapy plans, collaborating with a supportive team to deliver high-quality patient care and ongoing professional development.

The position is part-time (.80 FTE) with a flexible schedule between 20 and 32 hours per week. Applicants must be licensed or eligible in MO/IL and obtain BLS within a month of hire.

Qualifications

• Licensed or eligible for licensure in Missouri and/or Illinois as a Physical Therapist.
• BLS certification must be obtained within one month of hire date.
• BLS online certifications without a skills assessment component are not sufficient to meet requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manages a full patient caseload efficiently, ensuring effective schedule management and informing the supervisor of concerns.
• Evaluates patients and determines a movement diagnosis.
• Develops and implements tailored treatment plans considering diagnoses, findings, co-morbidities, patient goals, and prognosis, including plans for return to sport or work.
• Completes accurate and timely medical record documentation using approved formats and ensures treatments are provided under referrals and insurance approvals.
• Provides education and plans of care to patients and families, explaining diagnoses, activities, and expected outcomes.
• Maintains regular contact with patients and referring providers to discuss progress and address concerns.

Skills

Caseload management

Clinical setting

Interpersonal communication

Patient counseling

Written communication

Teamwork

Critical thinking

Adaptability

Problem solving

Computer literacy

Organizing

Confidentiality

Evidence-based practices

Scientific reasoning

Fast-paced environments

Oral communications

Education

Master's degree - Physical Therapy

Job description

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a Clinical Associate in Physical Therapy for outpatient orthopedics. The role emphasizes individualized, one-on-one assessments and tailored therapy plans, collaborating with a supportive team to deliver high-quality patient care and ongoing professional development.

The position is part-time (.80 FTE) with a flexible schedule between 20 and 32 hours per week. Applicants must be licensed or eligible in MO/IL and obtain BLS within a month of hire.