Outpatient Physical Therapist

Purpose Physical Therapy; Sheridan (WY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home health therapy provider is seeking an entry-level Physical Therapist for a full-time position. You'll be responsible for evaluating and treating patients in their homes, focusing on creating personalized care plans that meet individual patient needs. The ideal candidate exhibits compassion, excellent communication skills, and a strong sense of patient-centered care. Join us to make a difference in people's lives while enhancing your professional development through ongoing learning opportunities.

Qualifications

• Currently licensed Physical Therapist in Wyoming.
• CPR certification and valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform evaluations and develop treatment plans for patients.
• Adjust and document patient progress according to established schedules.
• Communicate progress with patients and healthcare professionals.

Skills

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Compassionate care

Self-management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

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JOB TYPE: 40 hours/week (Full Time Position)

POSITION SUMMARY:

This role is responsible for providing medically prescribed, goal-oriented physical therapy in a patient’s home or select location based on treatment/patient needs. The role includes providing therapeutic treatments and participating in the development of patient physical therapy plans of care.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Perform initial and ongoing physical therapy evaluations and re-evaluations according to APTA standards of practice as well as state standards.
• Develop a plan of care/treatment plan for each patient based on the initial evaluation and objective findings, including short and long-term goals, keeping the patient and caregiver as the focus of care.
• Implement the treatment plan on an established schedule and adjust this schedule and plan according to patient progress.
• Document patient progress according to approved medical documentation and facility documentation procedures.
• Evaluate mobility, strength, and current level of patient function, while setting goals to improve in these areas that are scaled to patient abilities and care realistically attainable.
• Report patient progress to the patient, patient caregivers, and healthcare professionals involved in the ongoing treatment/care of patients.
• Develop a plan for patients following completion of their Plan of Treatment with appropriate support and follow-up services if needed.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge through attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, etc.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Compassionate and able to deliver quality patient-centered care
• Excellent problem-solving, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Motivated and able be excel in a self-managed environment
• Desire to work a flexible schedule based on patient needs
• Ability to travel to patients' homes or the desired location for treatment

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited physical therapy program.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS:

• Currently-licensed Physical Therapist in the state of Wyoming
• Possesses and maintains a current CPR certification
• Valid driver’s license and auto liability insurance

If you think you would be a great fit for our office, please send a cover letter and resume to [e-mail] .

Visit purposephysicaltherapywy.com to learn more about us!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

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