Physical Therapist- North Charleston

Physical Therapist for outpatient orthopedic clinic in North Charleston. An outpatient physical therapist with associated university degree and current, valid SC PT license, to help patients regain mobility, manage pain, and improve their overall quality of life. Entity: Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) | Worker Type: Employee | Worker Sub-Type: Regular | Cost Center: CC000701 | CHS - Therapy - Occupational / Physical Clinic - N. Charleston (Offsite) | Pay Rate Type: Salary | Pay Grade: Health-30 | Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 | Work Shift: Minimum Qualifications Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy program, greater than one year experience as a physical therapist, and licensure as a Physical Therapist by the South Carolina Board of Physical Therapy Examiners. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required. Job Tasks Consultation and Assessment: Consulting with patients to understand their physical condition, symptoms, and medical history. Assessing and interpreting patient evaluations and test results. Developing personalized treatment plans using a variety of treatment techniques. Treatment Planning and Implementation: Creating individualized rehab programs for patients. Utilizing various treatment methods, such as therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and modalities (e.g., heat, cold, ultrasound). Educating and coaching patients on therapeutic exercises and stretches to improve their condition. Providing Hands-On Therapy and Pain Management techniques: Manual therapy, joint mobilizations, soft tissue mobilization, etc. Maintaining patient’s electronic medical record: Maintaining accurate patient records, tracking goals and progress. Documenting adaptations to treatment plans based on patient response and changing needs. Advising patients and their families on in-home treatment options and recovery expectations and appropriately documenting education. Physical Requirements Mobility & Posture: Standing: Continuous Sitting: Continuous Walking: Continuous Climbing stairs: Infrequent Working indoors: Continuous Working outdoors (temperature extremes): Infrequent Working from elevated areas: Frequent Working in confined/cramped spaces: Frequent Kneeling: Infrequent Bending at the waist: Continuous Twisting at the waist: Frequent Squatting: Frequent Manual Dexterity & Strength: Pinching operations: Frequent Gross motor use (fingers/hands): Continuous Firm grasping (fingers/hands): Continuous Fine manipulation (fingers/hands): Continuous Reaching overhead: Frequent Reaching in all directions: Continuous Repetitive motion (hands/wrists/elbows/shoulders): Continuous Full use of both legs: Continuous Balance & coordination (lower extremities): Frequent Lifting & Force Requirements: Lift/carry 50 lbs. unassisted: Infrequent Lift/lower 50 lbs. from floor to 36”: Infrequent Lift up to 25 lbs. overhead: Infrequent Exert up to 50 lbs. of force: Frequent Vision & Sensory: Maintain corrected vision 20/40 (one or both eyes): Continuous Recognize objects (near/far): Continuous Color discrimination: Continuous Depth perception: Continuous Peripheral vision: Continuous Hearing acuity (with correction): Continuous Tactile sensory function: Continuous Gross motor with fine motor coordination: Continuous Selected Positions: Olfactory (smell) function: Continuous Respirator use qualification: Continuous Work Environment & Conditions: Effective stress management: Continuous Rotating shifts: Frequent Overtime as required: Frequent Latex-safe environment: Continuous If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us! 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