What are the responsibilities and job description for the Outpatient Physical Therapist position at JET Physical Therapy?
Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and energetic Physical Therapist to join our dynamic JET Physical Therapy team. In this vital role, you will assess, plan, and implement personalized rehabilitation programs to help patients regain mobility, reduce pain, and improve their overall quality of life. Your expertise will support patients across a variety of settings including inpatient hospital units, outpatient clinics, home health environments, and community care programs. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through expert physiotherapy interventions.
Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough patient assessments to determine functional limitations and develop tailored care plans.
- Implement evidence-based physiotherapy techniques such as trigger point therapy, orthopedic therapy, and geriatrics-focused interventions.
- Manage discharge planning processes by coordinating with healthcare teams and ensuring smooth transitions from hospital to home or community settings.
- Provide specialized care for diverse populations including pediatrics, geriatrics, and patients recovering from surgery or injury in outpatient or inpatient environments.
- Utilize electronic medical records (EMR) systems to document patient progress, treatment plans, and clinical notes accurately.
- Educate patients and caregivers on exercises, mobility strategies, and injury prevention to promote long-term health benefits.
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to optimize patient care strategies and ensure comprehensive treatment delivery.
Skills
- Strong knowledge of physiology, anatomy, and medical terminology essential for accurate assessments and effective treatment planning.
- Proven experience in acute care, inpatient hospital settings, outpatient clinics, or home & community care environments.
- Expertise in developing care plans that incorporate discharge planning and follow-up care strategies.
- Proficiency with EMR systems for documentation and communication within healthcare teams.
- Skilled in various physiotherapy techniques including trigger point therapy, orthopedics, and geriatrics-specific approaches.
- Excellent patient care skills with the ability to motivate and educate diverse patient populations.
- Familiarity with home health services and outpatient therapy practices to support seamless patient recovery journeys. Join us in delivering compassionate, innovative physiotherapy services that empower patients to achieve their health goals!
Pay: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- License reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Required Missouri State License
Experience:
- outpatient: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $80,000 - $90,000