Physical Therapist

University Orthopedics; Cumberland (RI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University Orthopedics is seeking a dynamic Physical Therapist for its Cumberland, RI location. The PT will perform comprehensive exams, establish diagnosis and prognosis, develop plans of care, implement interventions, and evaluate outcomes across the episode of care.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited PT program, RI licensure or eligibility, and potential travel to other sites. Excellent communication and confidentiality are essential in a team-oriented setting.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure as a physical therapist in the State of RI.
• Outpatient orthopedics/musculoskeletal rehab experience preferred.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and attention to detail.
• Team oriented professional with strong interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to travel to multiple sites as needed.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients of various ages with musculoskeletal dysfunction.
• Design and discuss appropriate treatment interventions based on findings.
• Perform documentation to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Manage patient progress through therapy episodes.
• Provide timely and accurate billing information for services rendered.

Skills

Communication skills

Team oriented

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program

Job description

Job Title

Physical Therapist

Reports To

Physical Therapy Site Coordinator

Location

This position is located in our Cumberland, RI location.

General Summary Of Duties

University Orthopedics is seeking a dynamic, motivated Physical Therapist to join our Physical Therapy staff. The Physical Therapist completes comprehensive examinations to determine body structure and function level impairments, activity limitation and participation restrictions. Establishes diagnosis, prognosis and develops an individualized plan of care. Implements treatment interventions and performs on-going evaluations through-out episode of care.

Essential Job Functions

• Evaluate patients of various ages with musculoskeletal dysfunction
• Design and discuss appropriate treatment interventions based on findings in evaluation
• Perform necessary documentation to ensure compliance with federal and insurance regulations
• Manage patient progress through therapy
• Provide timely and appropriate billing information for services provided
• Other clinical duties as assigned by PT Department to meet patient needs
• Additional duties as assigned by the Manager to meet department needs

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program
• Licensed or eligible for licensure as a physical therapist in the State of RI
• Previous experience in outpatient orthopedics/musculoskeletal rehab preferred
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Attention to detail
• Team oriented professional
• Excellent interpersonal and time management skill
• Must be able to travel to all sites if/when necessary.

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