Physical Therapist - Outpatient

Vista Healthcare; St. George (VT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Vista Healthcare in Vermont is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to partner with patients on restoring motion, reducing pain and maximizing daily function. In an outpatient setting you will work with a multidisciplinary team including physicians, therapists and assistants to deliver evidence-based care.

You will develop individualized care plans, supervise PT assistants, document progress, and promote a healthy lifestyle through tailored exercises that improve strength, flexibility and

Qualifications

• Current license to practice physical therapy in Utah.
• Graduate degree or higher in physical therapy.
• Experience as a physical therapist preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and meet patients’ goals and needs.
• Offer cost-effective treatments to improve motion and mobility.
• Develop care plans using various treatment techniques.
• Create fitness and wellness programs tailored to patients’ needs.
• Supervise and oversee PT Assistants and aids.
• Document patient care and monitor progress.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Patient management

Team collaboration

Evidence-based practice

Education

Graduate degree in physical therapy

Job description

Overview:We are looking for a committed Physical Therapist to act as the patient’s partner throughout the journey of restoring motion, reducing pain and ensuring that the client will function at their personal best. You will work in an outpatient setting alongside physicians skilled in pain management, sports medicine, rheumatology, neurology, chiropractic and massage therapy. You will maximize the quality of life and movement potential within the spheres of promotion, prevention, diagnosis, treatment intervention, and rehabilitation. You will coordinate care with the patient and supervise physical therapy assistants and aids to help provide efficient services.ResponsibilitiesIdentify and meet patients’ goals and needsOffer cost-effective treatments that help improve clients’ motion, pain and mobilityWork collaboratively with a team approach in a multidisciplinary practiceDevelop care plans using a variety of treatment techniquesCreate fitness- and wellness-oriented programs tailored to patients’ specific needsProvide quality, personalized and evidence-based care and proven interventionsMotivate patients during treatment, in order to help them function optimallyPromote clients’ healthy lifestyle by improving strength, flexibility, balance, and coordinationConsult and practice with other health professionalsEvaluate effects of treatment and monitor and communicate progressAppropriately document patient care providedSupervise and oversee the care provided by Physical Therapy AssistantsQualificationsCurrent license to practice physical therapy in the state of UtahGraduate degree or greater in physical therapyProven work experience as a physical therapist preferred.Ability to manage patients with different types of personalities and medical problemsCurrent knowledge of physical therapy treatment practices and required documentationDrive to continually learn and growProfessional behaviorExcellent interpersonal communication skills