Orthopedic Physical Therapist

Role Overview: The Physical Therapist provides medically prescribed therapy to alleviate pain, restore function, and prevent disability after disease, injury, or loss of a body part. Responsibilities include: Planning and conducting therapy programs using exercise, manual therapy, heat, water, light, and electrical modalities; performing diagnostic tests on muscles, nerves, and joints; guiding patients through active and passive exercises, gait training, and muscle re-education; utilizing equipment such as ultrasound and diathermy machines; treating wounds and burns; instructing on the use of mobility aids and orthotic devices; conducting initial evaluations and tracking patient progress; supervising assistants and volunteers; and contributing to training sessions for students and staff. Qualifications & Skills: Requires a Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT) after 2015. Licensure as a Physical Therapist and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required. Optional certifications in pelvic health preferred. Experience in active patient rehabilitation and working with various equipment. Strong assessment, communication, and instructional skills. #J-18808-Ljbffr