Physical Therapist

Semmes Murphey Clinic; Southaven (MS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to join their team. In this role, you will perform evaluations and therapeutic treatments for patients referred by physicians, ensuring quality care and effective communication with healthcare professionals. You will also guide physical therapy assistants and students, participate in clinical studies, and establish home exercise programs for patients. This position offers a chance to make a significant impact on patients' lives while working in a supportive environment that values professional growth and development.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Physical Therapy program and active license required.
• Proficient in EMR and Microsoft Office for documentation and communication.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and administer physical therapy treatment plans for patients.
• Document patient care and communicate with healthcare personnel as needed.

Skills

Effective communication

Customer service

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work with focused concentration

Education

Physical Therapy program from an accredited school

Active Physical Therapy license for Tennessee/Mississippi

Active CPR Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word)

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Medical practice software

Job description

Description

The Physical Therapist's primary responsibility is to perform physical evaluations and therapeutic treatments for physician-referred patients with disease or disability and provide direction to physical therapy assistants, students, and technicians to ensure quality treatment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Evaluates, plans, supervises, delegates, and administers physical therapy treatment plans to meet patient goals
2. Modifies patient treatments to reflect changes in goals and objectives when needed
3. Administers treatment programs to patients including, but not limited to, therapeutic exercises, isokinetic testing and training, gait training, therapeutic application of physical agents such as heat, cold, electricity, ultrasound, massage; manual therapeutic techniques, and functional training
4. Performs appropriate, timely documentation of patient care in accordance with department policy and procedures including recording patient’s reactions and progress during treatment and writing discharge summary when treatment is terminated
5. Communicates with physicians or other health personnel when indicated
6. Instructs and provides technical direction to physical therapist assistants and technicians assisting in patient care activities
7. Participates in clinical studies and guidance of physical therapy students
8. Counsels with patients and/or family as needed
9. Establishes home programs for patients and instructs patient and family in the performance of exercises as indicated
10. Performs other related duties as requested by the Physical Therapy Director and Senior Physical Therapists

Minimum Requirements:

1. Completion of Physical Therapy program from an accredited school
2. Active Physical Therapy license for the state of Tennessee/Mississippi
3. Active CPR Certification

Preferred:

1. Experience treating patients with advanced spinal problems

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

1. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word), Electronic Medical Records (EMR) and medical practice software; knowledge of data entry and coding software
2. Effective communication, both oral and written, with the ability to speak clearly and persuasively in positive and negative situations
3. Can provide excellent customer service and manage difficult or emotional situations
4. Ability to comprehend and interpret verbal orders and direction
5. Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail
6. Can work with focused concentration
7. Ability to make frequent judgments and respond to routine problems
8. High level of confidentiality and discretion
9. Desire to seek new learning experiences and share knowledge with others
10. Accepts challenging opportunities and responsibilities
11. Can accept suggestions and recommendations