Physical Therapist Part Time

Open Arms Care; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Open Arms Care in Memphis, TN, is looking for a dedicated Physical Therapist to provide essential therapy services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This part-time position of 12-15 hours per week involves evaluating clients, creating tailored treatment plans, and collaborating within an interdisciplinary team.

Candidates should have a Doctorate Level Degree in Physical Therapy and a current TN license. Experience with developmental disabilities is a plus. Training will be provided.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited academic program in Physical Therapy with Doctorate Level Degree.
• Must have passed the National Physical Therapy Examination.
• Current Licensure from the TN Board of Physical Therapy.
• Experience with developmental disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide Physical Therapy Services to clients with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Establish and implement effective treatment plans.
• Assess clients for movement dysfunction and modify treatment plans accordingly.
• Document treatment results and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Assessment and treatment planning

Knowledge of adaptive equipment

Patient education

Team collaboration

Education

Doctorate Level Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Join a team that truly makes a difference—helping people with intellectual and developmental disabilities live their best lives today!

SHIFTS AVAILABLE: 12-15 hours per week PART TIME

Required: Two weeks paid training 8:30A-4P M-F

Summary

Provide Physical Therapy Services by evaluating individuals with Intellectual and developmental disabilities who also may be medically fragile. Position provides age specific direct treatment according to the home’s specific population served. The physical therapist will help clients maintain physical function and mobility.

Essential functions

• Complete initial admission and annual assessments as assigned as well as assessments / screenings for changes in client’s Physical Therapy Supports for acute changes.
• Establish and implement effective treatment plans with functional treatment goals.
• Assessing clients to determine if there is a movement dysfunction and develop a treatment plan to address the dysfunction
• Provide staff education and activity programs
• Assisting with the construction, evaluation and use of appropriate orthotic devices, wheelchairs, gait supports, etc. and educating all levels of staff on the use of physical therapy related adaptive/positioning equipment
• Observe, evaluate and document the results of treatment interventions and modify treatment plans accordingly.
• Work with other Open Arms Care (OAC) locations as needed
• Advise the client and OAC personnel concerning in-home treatment option and exercises
• Participate as a vital member of the Interdisciplinary Team, working together with the team to assist clients with both acute and chronic conditions
• Will perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited academic program in Physical Therapy with Doctorate Level Degree. Those without a Doctorate Level Degree who have been grandfathered as a Physical Therapist will be considered.
• Must have passed the National Physical Therapy Examination
• Current Licensure from the TN Board of Physical Therapy
• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred, not required.
• Basic knowledge of state, federal and ICF/IID laws and regulations
• Must have valid driver’s license
• CPR certification required within 30 days of hire

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

Open Arms Care Corporation provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or genetics.