Physical Therapist, FT, Days, Wilkes-Barre Spine & Sports Medicine Center

About the role

Under the direction of the Team or Clinic Manager, the Physical Therapist administers physical therapy in accordance with state law regarding the practice of physical therapy in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The Physical Therapist must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served—pediatric through geriatric—and interpret data reflective of the patient's status to meet age-specific needs. The role includes functional supervision of PTAs and support personnel during clinical activities.

Jobs reporting to this position: PTAs and Aides.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized care based on patient age and cultural needs
• Conduct orthopedic examinations and differential diagnoses
• Apply manual therapy techniques and prescribe therapeutic exercises
• Utilize evidence-based rehabilitation practices
• Educate and motivate patients through coaching
• Manage an independent caseload with strong time management
• Collaborate within an interdisciplinary healthcare team
• Document care using electronic medical records

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy from a school approved by the American Physical Therapy Association (required)
• Master’s or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy (preferred)
• Licensed (temporary or permanent) as a Physical Therapist in Pennsylvania; permanent licensure must be obtained within a reasonable timeframe
• Clearance by PA State Police criminal history check and PA Department of Public Welfare Child Abuse Central Register (Childline) and Cogent
• Valid PA driver’s license for travel
• CPR certification (required and must be maintained)

Qualifications

• New graduates acceptable; 1–2 years of physical therapy experience preferred
• Preferred certifications:
  • Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS)
  • Sports Clinical Specialist (SCS)
  • Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)

Skills

• Strong orthopedic examination and differential diagnosis
• Manual therapy proficiency
• Therapeutic exercise prescription
• Patient education and motivational coaching
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Time management and independent caseload management
• Commitment to exceptional customer service
• Collaboration within an interdisciplinary team
• Proficiency with electronic medical records

Preferred Orthopedic Skills

• Manual therapy
• Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) Training
• Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM)
• Cupping
• Sports rehabilitation
• Return-to-running programs
• Functional movement assessment
• Post-operative rehabilitation
• Work conditioning
• Athletic injury management