Physical Therapist - FT Days Orthopedic Experience Required - PT
About the role
Full-time Physical Therapist position requiring orthopedic experience.
- Clinic hours: Monday–Friday, 6:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.
- Must be able to close the clinic twice weekly.
Responsibilities
Position Summary: The licensed physical therapist reports directly to the clinic leader and practices in accordance with the mission, values, and objectives of LHMPTI. Responsibilities include providing hands‑on treatment and related procedures to reduce pain, restore function, and improve quality of life; ensuring all services comply with the State Practice Act; maintaining the clinic and equipment; mentoring staff, students, and volunteers; participating in marketing and community engagement; and ensuring compliance with the executive vice president of compliance and clinical services.
Supervision Responsibilities: Indirectly supervises physical therapist assistants, patient care coordinators, and students performing care for LHMPTI patients. No direct supervisory responsibilities.
Essential Job Functions:
- Treat all employees and patients according to LHMPTI Mission Statement and Core Values.
- Establish internal and external relationships of mutual trust and respect.
- Build a trusting, lasting relationship with each patient.
- Consult with patients to learn about their physical condition and symptoms.
- Assess the patient to provide a clinical diagnosis and appropriate treatment plan.
- Design and implement a plan of care based on thorough assessment.
- Educate patients on their condition and self‑management for recovery.
- Maintain accurate and timely record keeping.
- Provide hands‑on techniques, modalities, and therapeutic exercises as needed.
- Communicate effectively with other professionals and support staff for positive outcomes.
- Enhance professional growth through educational programs.
- Organize and prioritize workload; detail‑oriented with multi‑tasking ability.
- Enjoy a busy, productive, fast‑paced environment focused on patient care and staff development.
- Work and think independently, recognizing all efforts benefit the team.
- Demonstrate commitment to diversity and an inclusive work/patient environment.
- Value trust and honest communication for a positive workplace.
- Graduate of an APTA‑approved physical therapy curriculum (Bachelor’s degree; Master’s/Doctorate preferred).
- Maintain state licensure and comply with all state and federal requirements.
- Complete and maintain active CPR certification.
- Adhere to all company policies and procedures, including HIPAA.
- Desire to help others with compassion and empathy.
- Attention to detail with accurate record‑keeping skills.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to motivate patients, keeping them engaged with genuine concern.
- Strong time‑management skills, able to delegate and prioritize.
- Flexible to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
- Adapt easily to changing situations.
- Open to learning new tasks with an open mind.
- Project a neat, professional, and courteous manner.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
- Current PT license to practice in the state of employment.
- Knowledge of basic computer skills and word processing.
- Must obtain BLS certification within 30 days of employment and maintain it.
Physical Demands & Work Environment
- Heavy work possible: moving objects over 100 lbs; frequent lifting/carrying up to 50 lbs or more.
- Constant standing and walking.
- Inside environmental conditions.
- Visual demand: minimal standard for computer documentation and other computer work.
- Noise level usually moderate.
- Occasionally lift/move up to 50 lbs.
- Specific vision abilities: close, distance, peripheral, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
- Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger/handle/feel, reach with hands/arms, talk, and hear.
Supervisory Responsibilities
- Therapy Staff (PTA, Restorative Aide)