What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist - Injury Prevention-Outpatient Split position at DPT Management?
Industrial-Outpatient Physical Therapist Split
Unique opportunity to work Industrial Setting AND Outpatient Setting! Doctors of Physical Therapy is looking for a physical therapist to partner with a leading American manufacturer in a state-of-the-art industrial setting where the focus is on injury prevention, coaching employees, and industrial testing. The therapist will also carry a traditional caseload in our Beaver Dam or Watertown location. DPT has helped keep thousands of workers safe from injury by providing innovative solutions in the field of environmental health and safety. We offer thorough onboarding, training, and mentorship.
If you love orthopedics but want to slow down the pace a bit, this may be the perfect position for you!
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No productivity requirements; the focus is on keeping workers healthy
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Injury management, screening, and prevention performed in an industrial setting
- A member of a nationwide successful team of industrial therapists
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Monday-Friday schedule
Responsibilities
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Assess symptoms of musculoskeletal soreness and provide treatment within OSHA First Aid Guidelines
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Provide early intervention assessment and care
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Coach employees on optimal body mechanics and work postures
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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 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
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Develop care plans using a variety of treatment techniques
- Document patient care services
- Perform physical therapy initial evaluations according to APTA standards
- Develop a comprehensive plan of care for each patient based on initial evaluation findings.
- Understand reimbursement standards by insurance carrier and be able to design a clinically superior patient program that allows for heightened patient success.
- Demonstrate consistent Compliance excellence by (not limited to):
o Develop short and long-term goals for patients
o Implement plan of care
o Provide comprehensive therapy treatment to improve patient well-being and return to optimized functionality.
o Consistently report patient progress to referring physicians and other professionals involved in the ongoing treatment of the patient.
o Create and document home exercise plans for patients to improve benefits of physical therapy.
o Plan and execute discharge of patients
- Maintain contemporary knowledge in physical therapy practice through educational workshops, continuing education, etc.
- Communicate with stakeholders in a professional manner including, but not limited to, other health care professionals, insurance companies, third party payers, case managers, etc.
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
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Graduate degree or greater in physical therapy
Who 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 over 100 outpatient clinics and an additional 40 onsite locations throughout the US. We are growing and are looking for therapists who want to grow with u
We do have other positions available and are always looking for great talent and opportunity. If you are looking to make a change but this location is not right for you, please don’t hesitate to send your resume as we are always looking for growth opportunities.
Job Type: Full Time
Medical Specialty:
- Orthopedics
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
Schedule:
- Day shift
Experience:
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physical therapy: at least 1 year (required)
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ergonomic assessments (preferred)
License/Certification:
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Physical Therapy License