Physical Therapist (Full-Time) - Total Spine

Wregional; Arkansas; On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare system in Northwest Arkansas seeks a dedicated Physical Therapist to join their team. The role involves evaluating patient conditions, implementing care plans, and coordinating with healthcare professionals. Candidates must be licensed in Arkansas and have a background in physical therapy. This position offers a chance to contribute to community health through compassionate care in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed in Arkansas as a Physical Therapist.
• Previous experience as a physical therapist preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform evaluation of patient status and implement appropriate plan of care.
• Ensure timely completion of required documentation.
• Communicate patient’s status with care team.

Skills

Communication

Patient Care

Education

Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: WR Total Spine - Fayetteville, AR

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: Licensed in related field

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Therapy Services

Description

Organization Overview, Mission, Vision and Values

Washington Regional Medical System (the “System”) is our region’s only locally governed, community-owned, not-for-profit healthcare system. The System includes a 425-bed acute care hospital known as Washington Regional Medical Center (the “Hospital”) located in Fayetteville, Arkansas. The Hospital is supported by the System—including primary, specialty, and urgent care operations—that span across Northwest Arkansas into Harrison and Eureka Springs. Being heavily supported and invested in our community makes Washington Regional a unique employer, encouraging staff to give back to the community in which we live and work … and give back to each other.

Washington Regional’s Mission, Vision, and Values serve as a firm foundation and inspiration to fulfill our purpose.

Mission: Washington Regional is committed to improving the health of people in communities we serve through compassionate, high-quality care, prevention, and wellness education.

Vision: To be the leading healthcare system in Northwest Arkansas — the best place to receive care and the best place to give care.

Values: To treat others – patients and their families, visitors, physicians, and each other – as we would want to be treated.

Position Summary

The role of the Physical Therapist reports to the Physical Medicine Manager. This position is responsible for the identification, diagnosis, and treatment of physical therapy goals as determined by the patient's care plan.

Essential Position Responsibilities

• Perform evaluation of patient status and implement appropriate plan of care
• Ensure timely completion of required documentation
• Communicate the patient’s status with all necessary members of the patient's care team and coordinate care plan
• Communicate with physicians or their staff to coordinate appropriate care

Qualifications

• Education: Must be a graduate of an accredited physical therapy program
• Licensure and Certifications: Arkansas Physical Therapy license and CPR, required
• Experience: Previous experience as a physical therapist, preferred

Work Environment

This position involves 70% standing and/or walking, with activities such as pushing, pulling, lifting, and carrying up to 50 lbs. The remaining 30% involves sitting and performing work in a standard office environment. The role serves a culturally and linguistically diverse patient population and may involve exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids.