Outpatient Orthopedic Physical Therapist - Casual

Outpatient Orthopedic Physical Therapist - Casual

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Shift: First Shift (United States of America)

Nebraska Medicine is seeking an Outpatient Orthopedic Therapist to join our rehabilitation team located within the University Health Center on University of Nebraska-Lincoln's campus. In this role, you will work with a diverse population of people attending or employed by the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Our physical therapists work closely with the physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, nursing staff and radiologists located within the same building.

Casual-not benefit eligible

Flexible-Monday-Friday

University Health Center-Lincoln

Why Work at Nebraska Medicine?

• Together. Extraordinary. Join a team that values your skills, delivering exceptional care through collaboration.
• Leading Health Network Work with the region's top academic health network, partnering with UNMC to transform lives through education, research, and patient care.
• Diversity and Inclusion We value diverse backgrounds and experiences, reflecting the communities we serve.
• Educational Support Enjoy up to $5,000/year in tuition assistance, a 35% discount at Clarkson College, and career advancement opportunities with covered educational costs.

Be part of something extraordinary at Nebraska Medicine!

Duties: Outpatient Orthopedic Physical Therapist - Casual Perform evaluation, planning, and implementation of physical therapy treatments. Assist with department goal setting, program planning, clinical instruction, and staff instruction in order to maintain a progressive educationally motivated staff. Carry out day to day communication and duties with teamwork and professionalism.

Required Qualifications: Outpatient Orthopedic Physical Therapist - Casual • Bachelor's degree or higher from a physical therapy program accredited by the Commission of Accredited Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE).• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal required.• Excellent interpersonal skills required. Strong team orientation required.• Familiarity with items found in a typical PT (e.g., weights, exercise bikes, gait belts, ultrasound, traction, ambulatory devices, mats, etc.) required.• Currently licensed as a physical therapist in the state of Nebraska or current compact state license required.•Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of hire, must be from an American Heart Association (AHA) endorsed program (effective for new hires starting January 1, 2023 or later).

Nebraska Medicine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and protected veterans' status.