Physical Therapist - PRN

Central Indiana Orthopedics PC; Muncie (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to join their team. This role focuses on developing and administering therapeutic services to assist patients in recovering from injuries or surgeries. Responsibilities include assessing patient needs, formulating treatment plans, and educating patients and caregivers. The ideal candidate will have a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree and a passion for helping others regain optimal physical function. Join a supportive environment that values professional development and patient care excellence, making a meaningful impact in the lives of those you serve.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a CAPTE accredited Doctor of Physical Therapy program is required.
• Must maintain current BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform assessments and evaluate treatment effects throughout the therapy process.
• Formulate treatment plans and coordinate services with patients and healthcare providers.
• Provide education to patients and caregivers regarding therapy goals and processes.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Treatment Planning

Patient Education

Confidentiality Maintenance

Professional Development

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy

Job description

Physical Therapist is responsible for the development and administration of therapeutic services designed to assist patients with physical recovery from injury or surgery with a focus on the restoration of optimal physical function. Individuals in this role will examine patients, evaluate patient health status, formulate treatment plans, and educate patients and caregivers.

Type: PRN
Location: Fishers OR Muncie, IN office

Responsibilities:

• Performs assessments; observes and evaluates treatment effects; reassesses patient needs throughout therapy process; and reports progress and/or recommends changes to ordering physician.
• Formulates treatment plans and assesses quality of patient care and coordinates services with patients and healthcare providers.
• Provides information and education to patients and caregivers regarding the goals and processes of the therapy provided and devices used.
• Ensures that patient charges are accurate and submitted in a timely and consistent manner.
• Places a high priority on and maintains strict confidentiality in all situations.
• Participates in professional development activities and maintains applicable professional affiliations and certifications as required.
• Attends and participates in required organizational meetings and committees as requested.
• Performs additional related duties as assigned.

Experience and Certification/License Requirements:
Graduation from a Doctor of Physical Therapy program accredited by Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) is required. Must be credentialed by the Indiana Physical Therapy Committee and licensed by the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency. Two to four years of prior experience in a physical therapist role is preferred. Must maintain current BLS certification.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:
Working environment is in a clinical setting. Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a clinic environment. Work requires standing for long periods of time and excessive walking. Position requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting/assisting patients, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 100 pounds. Requires regular to frequent levels of bending/stooping, crawling, climbing, kneeling, pushing/pulling, and squatting. Requires normal visual acuity and hearing must be in normal range for telephone contacts and to interact directly with patients. Regularly interacts with staff, physicians, business associates, and the public, which may involve dealing with angry or upset people. Requires working under stressful conditions or working irregular hours.