Physical Therapist: Sign-On Bonus & Loan Repayment

Northwest Healthcare; Oro Valley (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision

PTO & Sick Time

401(k) Match

Disability insurance

Student loan repayment

Sign-on bonus

Career advancement opportunities

Referral programs

Job summary

Northwest Transitions Inpatient Rehabilitation is conveniently located on the Northwest Medical Center campus at the corner of Orange Grove Road and La Cholla Blvd in Oro Valley, AZ. The department focuses on inpatient rehabilitative care that emphasizes ability and independence to help patients regain confidence for recovery.

The Physical Therapist evaluates, plans, and administers therapeutic procedures in physical medicine and rehabilitation as prescribed by a referring physician,

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT) is required.
• 0-2 years of experience in a physical therapy setting is required.

Responsibilities

• Conducts thorough physical therapy evaluations to assess patient needs and develops individualized treatment plans.
• Administers safe and effective therapy treatments, ensuring all interventions are appropriately documented.
• Reassesses and adjusts treatment plans within appropriate timeframes to align with patient progress and changing needs.
• Provides clear, concise, and accurate documentation of evaluations, treatment plans, progress notes, and billing information.
• Educates patients and their families on treatment plans, therapeutic exercises, and post-treatment care to support long-term recovery.
• Operates therapy equipment safely and maintains a clean, organized, and safe environment for patients and staff.
• Collaborates with referring physicians, peers, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure continuity and quality of patient care.
• Demonstrates population-appropriate competencies for all relevant patient demographics, tailoring care to individual needs.
• Maintains compliance with facility policies, including safety, infection control, and risk management procedures.
• Adapts to changes professionally and effectively, following the chain of command to address and resolve issues impacting patient care.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT)

Job description

Northwest Transitions Inpatient Rehabilitation is conveniently located on the Northwest Medical Center campus at the corner of Orange Grove Road and La Cholla Blvd in Oro Valley, AZ. The department focuses on inpatient rehabilitative care that emphasizes ability and independence to help patients regain confidence for recovery.

The Physical Therapist evaluates, plans, and administers therapeutic procedures in physical medicine and rehabilitation as prescribed by a referring physician,