Physical Therapist

Norman Regional Health System; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Norman Regional Health System in Oklahoma seeks a dedicated Physical Therapist to deliver patient-centered rehabilitation, assess mobility, develop plans, and apply evidence-based interventions to restore function.

You will educate patients and families, document care in the EMR, collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, and contribute to quality improvement while mentoring PTA staff.

Qualifications

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and diagnose mobility limitations using evidence-based assessments.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to restore function and reduce pain.
• Provide hands-on therapies including exercises, manual therapy, and modalities.
• Educate patients and families on home programs, safety, and independence.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses and the care team for coordinated patient care.
• Document evaluations, daily notes, progress reports, and discharges in the EMR.
• Monitor progress, adjust plans, and set measurable goals.
• Participate in quality improvement and best-practice rehabilitation standards.
• Supervise and mentor PTA staff and students as appropriate.

Skills

Orthopedic physical therapy

Neurologic rehabilitation

Therapeutic exercise prescription

Manual therapy techniques

Gait and balance training

Pain management modalities

Patient and family education

EMR documentation

Care planning and goals

Interdisciplinary team collaboration

Job description

Norman Regional Health System seeks a Physical Therapist to provide high-quality, patient-centered rehabilitation services to the Norman community. In this role, you will assess functional limitations, develop individualized treatment plans, and deliver evidence-based interventions to restore mobility and reduce pain. You will collaborate closely with an interdisciplinary care team, educate patients and families, and document care in the EMR. Our supportive culture emphasizes teamwork, empathy, community health, and ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and diagnose patients with mobility, strength, and functional limitations using evidence-based assessments.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans focused on restoring function, reducing pain, and preventing disability.
• Provide hands-on therapeutic interventions including exercises, manual therapy, and modalities as appropriate.
• Educate patients and families on home exercise programs, safety, and strategies to promote independence.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate patient-centered care.
• Document evaluations, daily notes, progress reports, and discharge summaries in the electronic medical record.
• Monitor patient progress, adjust treatment plans, and set measurable, achievable goals.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to best-practice standards in rehabilitation.
• Supervise and mentor PTA staff and students as appropriate, supporting a learning-focused environment.
• Adhere to all state practice laws, regulatory standards, and Norman Regional Health System policies.

Required Skills

• Orthopedic physical therapy
• Neurologic rehabilitation
• Therapeutic exercise prescription
• Manual therapy techniques
• Gait and balance training
• Pain management modalities (e.g., e-stim, ultrasound)
• Patient and family education
• Electronic Medical Record (EMR) documentation
• Care planning and goal setting
• Interdisciplinary team collaboration