Physical Therapist

Selectis Health; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Selectis Health in Tulsa, OK is seeking a Physical Therapist to plan and deliver therapy to residents with physical disabilities in clinic, inpatient, outpatient, and outreach settings. The role requires a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy and current state licensure, with certification in specialties helpful.

You will educate residents and families in physical therapy methods, lead and mentor PTA staff, and collaborate with the rehabilitative team to promote progress and quality care for

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy is required.
• Current state license to practice in the applicable state.
• Certification in identified areas of specialization is preferred, if applicable.
• Strong organizational and communication skills are essential, with patience and compassion for residents.

Responsibilities

• Plan neuromusculoskeletal therapy programs as prescribed by physicians.
• Administer and supervise physical therapy treatments following protocols and residents' histories.
• Direct and aid residents in active and passive exercises, gait training, and use of devices.
• Evaluate residents' progress and document findings for rehabilitative team review.
• Supervise PTA(s) per state guidelines.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient care

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

Patience

Education

Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy

Current state license in practice

Certification in specialty areas (if applicable)

Job description

General Purpose:

Under indirect supervision, provides direct resident care to individuals with physical disabilities and/or functional limitations in clinic, in-patient, outpatient, and outreach programs. Plans therapy programs, directs and assists residents in exercises and use of wheelchairs and other devices, and evaluates resident progress. Educates residents and families in appropriate physical therapy methods. Leads the work of and serves as a resource for other therapists.

This facility expects their employees to do whatever is necessary to promote an atmosphere of teamwork with other employees and hospitality and comfort for its residents.

Therefore, the following list is not all inclusive:

Plans therapy program for neuromusculoskeletal residents, as prescribed by physician, including posture, gait, range of motion, muscle testing, sensory testing, specific extremity and spinal segmental motion, biomechanical analysis of functional activities, orthotic analysis (if trained), ergonomic analysis, and other relevant assessments.

Administers appropriate physical agents given physicians' protocols, residents' medical histories, and therapist's knowledge of indications and contra-indications, including electrotherapy, sound energy, heat/cold therapy, hydrotherapy, and JOBST compression.

Directs and aids resident in active and passive exercises, muscle reeducation, and gait and functional training, utilizing pulleys and weights, steps, and inclined surfaces.

Evaluates, records, and reports on residents' progress for review by other members of the rehabilitative team.

Supervises PTA(s) per state guidelines.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors of Science Degree in Physical Therapy
• Current license in state of practice.
• Certification, if applicable, and demonstrated competency in identifiedareas of specialization.
• Organized and detailed in work performance.
• Good communication skills with excellent self-discipline and patience.
• Genuine caring for and interest in elderly and disabled people in a nursing facility.
• Comply with the Residents’ Rights and Facility Policies and Procedures.