Staff Physical Therapist

Botany and Plant Pathology Department at Purdue University; West Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Staff Physical Therapist role at a leading university department involves delivering high-quality outpatient care to students, maintaining effective documentation, and mentoring junior staff. This role is ideal for entry-level professionals or experienced therapists looking to contribute to a vibrant university community with extensive benefits.

Benefits

Generous paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Qualifications

• Degree in Physical Therapy required; new grads welcome.
• Relevant experience varies with degree type.
• Ability to mentor and coach lower-level staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient orthopedic and sports medicine based physical therapy services.
• Maintain documentation and manage clinic supplies.
• Coach and review the work of lower-level professionals.

Skills

Competent in use of EMR/EHR

Good communication

Organization skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to mentor and coach lower-level staff

Education

Degree in Physical Therapy

Bachelor's of Physical Therapy and 4-5 years of relevant experience

Master's of Physical Therapy (MPT or MSPT) and 2-3 years of relevant experience

Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT) and 0 years of experience required

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Job Summary

The Physical Therapist is responsible for providing outpatient, primarily orthopedic and sports medicine based physical therapy services for the Purdue University Student Health (PUSH) Physical Therapy Department. Provide evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of patients through outpatient physical therapy services for Purdue University students. Responsible for maintaining appropriate documentation of care, including use of electronic medical recording. Monitor supply and equipment inventory and assist in management and ordering of clinic supplies. Responsible for coaching and reviewing the work of lower-level professionals and students. May manage projects or represent the department as directed by leadership.

Job Description

Job Summary

The Physical Therapist is responsible for providing outpatient, primarily orthopedic and sports medicine based physical therapy services for the Purdue University Student Health (PUSH) Physical Therapy Department. Provide evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of patients through outpatient physical therapy services for Purdue University students. Responsible for maintaining appropriate documentation of care, including use of electronic medical recording. Monitor supply and equipment inventory and assist in management and ordering of clinic supplies. Responsible for coaching and reviewing the work of lower-level professionals and students. May manage projects or represent the department as directed by leadership.

This is a full-time (5 days per week) 12-month (fiscal year) position OR could be an academic year (9-month) position with working months while class is in session depending on the candidate's interest.

Who We Are

Purdue University's Student Health (PUSH) Center, has a mission to promote a healthy campus culture by providing high quality, evidence-based, patient-focused primary healthcare through an accredited model of excellence for the Purdue University student community. Our staff of board-certified physicians and nurse practitioners provide student-oriented primary care as well as ongoing care for chronic conditions. Our single-minded focus of protecting your health and wellness allows you to focus on your educational and personal goals. We are also accredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care.

What We Are Looking For

Education and Experience

Required

• Degree in Physical Therapy
• New Grads Welcome to Apply
• An equivalent combination of education and work experience will be considered
• A Bachelor's of Physical Therapy and 4-5 years of relevant experience
• A Master's of Physical Therapy (MPT or MSPT) and 2-3 years of relevant experience
• A Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT) and 0 years of experience required

Skills

Required:

• Competent in use of EMR/EHR
• Good communication, organization, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to mentor and coach lower-level staff

Additional Information

• Purdue University will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
• A background check will be required for employment in this position
• FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime)
• Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period
• Benefit Statement: Purdue University offers a substantial Benefit Package including medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous paid time off package for sick and vacation days

Career Stream

Compensation Information

Career Stream: Professional 3

Pay Band: S075

Job Code: 20003650

Career Path Maker: https://www.purdue.edu/hr/careerpathmaker/

EOE

Purdue University is an EO/EA University.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Higher Education