What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist or Occupational Therapist- Injury Prevention position at Doctors of Physical Therapy?
If you love orthopedics but want to slow down the pace a bit, this may be the perfect position for you!
- No productivity requirements; the focus is on keeping workers healthy
- Injury management, screening, and prevention performed in an industrial setting
- A member of a nationwide successful team of industrial therapists
- Monday-Friday schedule
Responsibilities
- Assess symptoms of musculoskeletal soreness and provide treatment within OSHA First Aid Guidelines
- Provide early intervention assessment and care
- Coach employees on optimal body mechanics and work postures
- Identify and assess ergonomic areas of concern and recommend solutions to lower risk
- Reduce the need for medications and provide alternatives to surgery
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Provide quality, personalized and evidence-based PT/OT care
- Promote clients’ healthy lifestyle by improving strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination
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Consult with safety team, plant management, production supervisors, and other stakeholders
- Develop care plans using a variety of treatment techniques
- Document patient care services
Skills
- Proven work experience as a physical therapist
- Intensive education and clinical expertise
- Ability to manage patients with different types of personalities
- Current knowledge of treatment practices
- Drive to continually learn and grow
- Professional behavior
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills
- Valid license to practice physical or occupational therapy
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Graduate degree or greater in physical or occupational therapyWho we are:
Doctors of Physical Therapy was founded in 2005 by a physical therapist, with the main goal to consistently help patients achieve faster, long term relief. It is our dedication to excellent patient care that will sustain our reputation and help us improve the lives of thousands of patients.
We currently operate 160 outpatient clinics and an additional 40 onsite locations throughout the US. We are growing and are looking for therapists who want to grow with us.
Job Type: Full Time
Medical Specialty:
- Orthopedics
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
Schedule:
- Day shift
Experience:
- physical or occupational therapy: at least 1 year (required)
- ergonomic assessments (preferred)
License/Certification:
- Physical or Occupational Therapy License
Skills
- Proven work experience as a physical therapist
- Intensive education and clinical expertise
- Ability to manage patients with different types of personalities
- Current knowledge of treatment practices
- Drive to continually learn and grow
- Professional behavior
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills
- Valid license to practice physical therapy
- Graduate degree or greater in physical therapy
Experience
- Physical or Occupational Therapy: at least 1 year (ergonomic experience is a plus)
License/Certification
- Physical or Occupational Therapy License
Salary : $76,209 - $103,857