Outpatient Physical Therapist: Restore Mobility & Independence

TEEMA Group; Arkansas City (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

TEEMA Group is seeking a Physical Therapist to provide high-quality, patient-centered care in a hospital-based outpatient rehabilitation department. The PT will evaluate, develop, and implement individualized treatment plans to restore mobility, reduce pain, and improve function, with collaboration across physicians and a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include post-surgical rehab, education on home exercise programs, and accurate EMR documentation.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) or Master’s degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current, active state Physical Therapist license
• CPR certification (BLS required)
• Strong clinical reasoning and evaluation skills
• Ability to manage a primarily outpatient caseload with some post-surgical patients

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations for outpatient and post-surgical patients
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on physician referrals and clinical findings
• Implement evidence-based therapeutic interventions to improve strength, mobility, balance, endurance, and functional independence
• Provide post-operative rehabilitation for orthopedic and other surgical patients
• Educate patients and families on home exercise programs, injury prevention, and recovery strategies
• Document patient evaluations, progress notes, and discharge summaries accurately and timely in the electronic medical record (EMR)
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary to achieve optimal outcomes
• Collaborate with physicians, surgeons, nursing staff, and the broader healthcare team to coordinate care
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized treatment environment
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and departmental meetings
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Communication

EMR proficiency

Outpatient care

Education

DPT or MPT degree

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

TEEMA Group is seeking a Physical Therapist to provide high-quality, patient-centered care in a hospital-based outpatient rehabilitation department. The PT will evaluate, develop, and implement individualized treatment plans to restore mobility, reduce pain, and improve function, with collaboration across physicians and a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include post-surgical rehab, education on home exercise programs, and accurate EMR documentation.