Orthotics-Focused Physical Therapist with Sign-On Bonus

Carle Health; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 56,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Carle Health is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to create and modify orthotics and manage patient care for diverse ages. The role involves evaluating, treating, and adapting plans of care to achieve optimal outcomes in a dynamic clinical setting.

The position offers a sign-on bonus, relocation assistance for moves over 50 miles, and opportunities to contribute to patient-centered care within Carle Health’s orthopedics and rehabilitation services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy
• License as Physical Therapist (IDFPR, IL)
• BLS certification within 30 days (AHA)
• Required ongoing education for acute stroke care

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing an appropriate plan of care integrating goals, treatments, outcomes, and discharge plan
• Educate patients, families, and staff using effective teaching methods
• Evaluate clinical findings to determine PT diagnoses and outcomes
• Conduct examinations with reliable methods based on history and screening
• Document patient care per CTSCP67 standards
• Perform transfers with proper body mechanics and safety
• Utilize modalities such as ultrasound, interferential, iontophoresis as appropriate
• Communicate patient progress and treatment recommendations with referring providers

Education

Bachelor's Degree (Education)

Physical Therapy

Licensed Physical Therapist (PT)

BLS (Basic Life Support)

Continuing education in stroke care

Job description

Carle Health is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist to create and modify orthotics and manage patient care for diverse ages. The role involves evaluating, treating, and adapting plans of care to achieve optimal outcomes in a dynamic clinical setting.

The position offers a sign-on bonus, relocation assistance for moves over 50 miles, and opportunities to contribute to patient-centered care within Carle Health’s orthopedics and rehabilitation services.