Physical Therapist - PRN or Part Time

Semmes Murphey Clinic; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist to join their team in Memphis. This role focuses on evaluating and administering physical therapy treatments for patients with neurological illnesses, ensuring quality care and effective communication with healthcare personnel. The position offers flexibility as it can be part-time or PRN, making it ideal for those seeking supplemental income or a temporary reduction in hours. Join a mission-driven organization that values patient care and professional development while contributing to the advancement of neuroscience.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Physical Therapy program is required.
• Active Physical Therapy license for Tennessee/Mississippi is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and administer physical therapy treatment plans for patients.
• Document patient care and communicate with healthcare professionals.

Skills

Physical Therapy Evaluation

Therapeutic Exercises

Gait Training

Patient Counseling

Documentation Skills

Education

Physical Therapy Program

Tools

Isokinetic Testing Equipment

Ultrasound Therapy Equipment

Job description

Description

Semmes Murphey Clinic's mission is to deliver the best care for people suffering from neurological illnesses while advancing the field of neuroscience.

The Physical Therapist's primary responsibility is to perform physical evaluations and therapeutic treatments for physician-referred patients with disease or disability and provide direction to physical therapy assistants, students, and technicians to ensure quality treatment. This will be a PRN or Part Time position. If you are looking for supplemental income or a temporary or permanent reduction in hours in your career, this would be a great role for you!

We are looking for someone who can:

• Evaluate, plan, supervise, delegate, and administer physical therapy treatment plans to meet patient goals
• Modify patient treatments to reflect changes in goals and objectives when needed
• Administer treatment programs to patients including, but not limited to, therapeutic exercises, isokinetic testing and training, gait training, therapeutic application of physical agents such as heat, cold, electricity, ultrasound, massage; manual therapeutic techniques, and functional training
• Perform appropriate, timely documentation of patient care in accordance with department policy and procedures including recording patient’s reactions and progress during treatment and writing discharge summary when treatment is terminated
• Communicate with physicians or other health personnel when indicated
• Instruct and provide technical direction to physical therapist assistants and technicians assisting in patient care activities
• Participate in clinical studies and guidance of physical therapy students
• Counsel with patients and/or family as needed
• Establish home programs for patients and instructs patient and family in the performance of exercises as indicated
• Perform other related duties as requested by the Physical Therapy Director and Senior Physical Therapists

Requirements

Minimum Requirements:

• Completion of Physical Therapy program from an accredited school
• Active Physical Therapy license for the state of Tennessee/Mississippi
• Active CPR Certification

Preferred:

• Experience treating patients with advanced spinal problems

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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