Physical Therapist

Position Summary Provide health care services to individuals of all ages who have impairments, functional limitations, disabilities or changes in physical function and health status resulting from injury, disease, or other causes. Interacts with health care professionals in completing documentation, such as evaluations, care plans, daily notes, and discharges, in a timely manner for all patients. Treat inpatient and outpatient. Qualifications High School or GED 4-year/Bachelor's Degree Post Graduate Degree BLS Registered Physical Therapist with current Kansas License or eligibility Graduate of accredited Physical Therapy Program Current valid driver's license and current proof of insurance Complete continuing education as required by the state Experience None Skills Organizational Verbal Interpersonal Customer Relations Analytical Grammar/Spelling Read/Comprehend written instructions Follow verbal instructions Computer Age of Patients Served Neonate/Infant (Birth-1 year) Child/PED (1-11 years) Adolescent (12-17 years) Adult (18-64 years) Geriatric (65+ years) Mental and Emotional Requirements Manage stress appropriately Make decisions under pressure Manage anger/fear/hostility/violence of others appropriately Handle multiple priorities Work alone Working Conditions Exposure to communicable diseases Exposure to blood and/or body fluids CRT (computer) monitor Physical Requirements Medium work – Exert up to 50 lbs. force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs. constantly. Stand for 1 hour per day Sit for 6-7 hours per day Walk for 1-2 hours per day Perform repetitive tasks/motions Distinguish colors Hear alarms/telephone/tape recorder/normal speaking voice Have good manual dexterity Have good eye/hand/foot coordination Have clarity of vision: Mid (>20=- Personal Protective Equipment Gloves Gown Mask Goggles/Face Shield Shoe Covers #J-18808-Ljbffr