Physical Therapist

77 consultants; Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

77 consultants seeks a licensed Physical Therapist to provide comprehensive PT services within a Military Treatment Facility. You will develop individualized treatment plans and document progress based on evaluations, employing manual techniques and patient education to restore function.

You will collaborate with physicians and staff to optimize care, support prevention initiatives, and assist patients with activities of daily living and proper use of assistive devices.

Qualifications

• Master's in Physical Therapy required (CAPTE-accredited).
• Minimum 1 year full-time experience; at least 3 years as a licensed Physical Therapist.
• Current unrestricted PT license in one of the U.S. states or DC/PR/Guam/USVI.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from AHA or ARC.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services per clinical privileges at the MTF.
• Develop and document written treatment programs after evaluating each patient.
• Administer manual exercises to improve function.
• Instruct and assist patients in ADLs and use of assistive devices.
• Apply soft tissue mobilization and traction techniques as appropriate.
• Document treatments and patient progress in medical records.
• Collaborate with physicians and staff to adjust plans and coordinate care.
• Engage in prevention and wellness education and screenings.

Skills

Clinical skills

Communication with physicians

Documentation

Patient education

Education

Master's in Physical Therapy

Job description

Job Specific Details and Tasks

• Provide a comprehensive range of physical therapy services in accordance with the clinical privileges authorized by the Military Treatment Facility (MTF).
• Develop and document written treatment programs based on a thorough evaluation of each patient.
• Administer manual exercises designed to enhance and maintain functional abilities.
• Instruct, motivate, and assist patients in executing various physical activities, which include non-manual exercises, ambulatory functional activities, activities of daily living, and the proper utilization of assistive and supportive devices, such as crutches, canes, and prosthetics.
• Implement soft tissue mobilization techniques, applying knowledge of mobilization methods and human physiology.
• Apply traction techniques to alleviate pain, utilizing appropriate traction equipment.
• Document treatment delivered, patient responses, and progress in the patient’s medical chart and/or electronic health records.
• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare staff to gather additional patient information, recommend modifications to treatment plans, and integrate physical therapy with other aspects of the patient's healthcare regimen. Communicate with referring physicians regarding any patient care concerns as necessary.
• Engage in prevention and wellness initiatives, including education and screening, while promoting positive health behaviors.

Work Schedule

Work hours are scheduled from Monday to Friday, consisting of shifts ranging from 8.5 to 10.5 hours between 6:00 AM and 6:00 PM, inclusive of a 30-minute or one-hour lunch break. Weekend coverage is required approximately 7 to 8 times per year; employees will not exceed 40 hours of work per week, with one day off during the week following a weekend shift. Additionally, there is a requirement for half-day holiday coverage each year.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: A Master's degree in Physical Therapy, or a Baccalaureate degree in Physical Therapy for graduates prior to January 1, 2002, from an institution accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE).
• Experience: A minimum of one year of full-time experience, with at least three years as a licensed Physical Therapist.

Licensure

• A current unrestricted license to practice as a Physical Therapist in one of the fifty states, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, Guam, or the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Life Support Certification

• Valid certification as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC).

Security

• The ability to successfully pass a government background check and obtain security clearance is required.