Outpatient Physical Therapist

About the role

Conduct comprehensive physical therapy evaluations to assess physical status, range of motion, strength, posture, ambulation, balance, and independence in activities of daily living. Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on evaluation results. Maintain accurate records and prepare reports according to facility procedures. Interact professionally with patients, family members, and staff. Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants, Exercise Physiologists, Technicians, Certified Athletic Trainers, and students in direct and indirect patient care. Ensure supervised personnel carry out treatments as outlined in the physical therapy evaluation. Contribute to program development and participate in educational activities for personal and professional growth. Assist in outreach community events as directed by the Clinic Director.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive physical therapy evaluations to assess physical status, range of motion, strength, posture, ambulation, balance, and independence in activities of daily living.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on evaluation results.
• Maintain accurate records and prepare reports according to facility procedures.
• Interact professionally with patients, family members, and staff.
• Supervise Physical Therapy Assistants, Exercise Physiologists, Technicians, Certified Athletic Trainers, and students in direct and indirect patient care.
• Ensure supervised personnel carry out treatments as outlined in the physical therapy evaluation.
• Contribute to program development and participate in educational activities for personal and professional growth.
• Absorb and assist in outreach community events as directed by the Clinic Director.

Requirements

• Must have a degree from an accredited educational institution and be licensed as a Physical Therapist in the state of employment.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a CAPTE accredited Physical Therapy Program
• New or recent graduates are encouraged to apply
• Current state of Tennessee Physical Therapist license (PT)
• CPR certification
• Ability to work efficiently/effectively in an autonomous environment
• Basic PC skills and knowledge, including but not limited to Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system, database software, and MS Office

Skills

• Comprehensive understanding of physical therapy principles and techniques
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and record-keeping abilities
• Proficiency in electronic medical record systems and Microsoft Office applications

Benefits

• Work Life Balance
• Flexible Scheduling
• Community engagement through volunteering, mission trips, and philanthropy
• Team events including Fun Runs, Book clubs and Team Trivia Night
• Partnerships with local high school athletic teams

Pay

Details TBD

Schedule

Details TBD