Outpatient Physical Therapist - Little Rock *Sign On Bonus*

Davita Inc.; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Davita Inc. seeks a dedicated Physical Therapist to join their outpatient therapy team in Little Rock. The successful candidate will provide tailored evaluation and treatment plans for orthopaedic and neurodegenerative conditions, ensuring the best outcomes for patients. Competitive benefits and a focus on continuing education make this role attractive for dedicated professionals.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision plans

Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave

Education discount for staff and dependents

Retirement match up to 10%

Career Training and Educational Opportunities

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Physical Therapist by the Arkansas State Board.
• Two years of experience preferred in outpatient therapy.
• Experience with orthopedics and neurodegenerative conditions a plus.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients, creating individualized care plans.
• Document patient progress and modify treatment as necessary.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care.

Skills

Patient Care

Treatment Planning

Patient Evaluation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy

Master's degree in Physical Therapy

Doctorate in Physical Therapy

Job description

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Closing Date:

06/27/2025Type of Position:Clinical Staff - Rehabilitation TherapyJob Type:Regular

Work Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available:

NoInstitution Name: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click theApply link/button.

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Department:ICE | MUSL Rehab Services Spine Center

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Summary of Job Duties:Come join our dynamic outpatient therapy, community fitness and sports medicine family! **SIGN-ON BONUS AVAILABLE**

This position is located in Midtown on the UAMS Campus and will be integral in treating a general PT population to include aging adult, orthopaedic, and neurodegenerative conditions. We value mentorships, continuing education, and a healthy caseload to provide individualized care as appropriate.

The outpatient physical therapist provides an individualized evaluation, during which the client, family/caregiver, and physical therapist determine the patient's goals, customize interventions to optimize the person's ability to perform functional activities, and continuously assess progress towards goals to ensure goals are being met and/or to modify the intervention plan based on the patient's needs and skills. Functional outcomes data is completed through collection of best practice data via patient questionnaires, performance measures, and documented treatment interventions.Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy if graduated before 2002, OR Master's degree in Physical Therapy if graduated before 2016, OR Doctorate in Physical Therapy;

• Licensed as a Physical Therapist by the Arkansas State Board of Physical Therapy or eligible for licensure

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree OR Doctoratein Physical Therapy PLUS Two (2) years of experience in Physical Therapy

• Outpatient therapy experience with emphasis on orthopedics & neurodegenerative conditions

• OCS, CSCS, DN Certified

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Completes direct and indirect patient care to evaluate, create care plans, coordinate care, educate, and treat patients. The above is driven by best practice assessment and intervention strategies.

• Completes best practice patient care documentation and appropriate review of patient PHI before implementing and during direct patient care plans for insurance reimbursement and Joint Commission standards.

• Initiates multi-disciplinary collaborative efforts with referring providers

• to communicate patient progress and outcomes to ensure best practice patient care is provided.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Curriculum Vitae, Proof of Veteran StatusSpecial Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact [e-mail] any recruiting relatedquestions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Constant Physical Activity:N/AFrequent Physical Activity:Balancing, Climbing, Crawling, Crouching, Driving, Feeling, Grasping, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sharps, Sitting, Standing, Stooping, Talking, WalkingOccasional Physical Activity:N/ABenefits Eligible:Yes