Physical Therapist

Job Summary

Organizes and conducts physical therapy programs to restore function and prevent disability following disease, injury or loss of a body part. Helps patient achieve maximum performance and resumption of Activities of Daily Living. (ADL’s) and improve functional impairments. May provide educational service to hospital and community to prevent injury and promote health as well as to treat dysfunction.  Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Job Requirements

• A graduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy and completion of clinical requirements resulting  in attainment of a Bachelor of Science (BSPT),  Master’s degree (MSPT), or Doctorate degree  in Physical Therapy (DPT).
• Must have successfully passed the National Examination and be licensed to practice as a Physical Therapist in the state of Indiana -OR-
• Hold a Temporary Physical Therapist permit and pass the National Examination and obtain Indiana Physical Therapist license within 90 days of hire.
• BLS certification or must obtain during Orientation and prior to reporting to department.

Preferred Job Requirements

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

• Excellent communication skills to effectively and tactfully communicate with patients and their families and guests, co-workers, managers, providers and other hospital personnel on a one-to-one basis using appropriate grammar, vocabulary and word usage. 
• Interpersonal skills necessary in order to carry out duties in a professional manner, as well as the ability to work well under stress.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to work in the EMR and proficiently perform computer applications related to department operations and job function.
• Excellent customer service skills. 
• Strong organizational skills in order to manage multiple issues simultaneously combined with ability to effectively prioritize. 
• Ability to be discreet and protect the integrity of any confidential matter or information encountered during the performance of job duties.

Working Conditions

• Typical hospital clinical environment with frequent standing and walking. 
• Work may be subject to interruptions and occasional high stress levels. 
• Risk for occupational exposure to blood, body fluid and other potentially infectious, electrical and radiation hazards. 
• Works with protected health information. 
• Works in close proximity to patients and visitors. 
• Ability to work any shift,  occasional extended hours,  holidays  and/or weekends based on the needs of the department.

Physical and Mental Activities, Tools and Equipment

• Standing, walking, stooping, bending, lifting, pushing and pulling to provide patient care and to utilize patient care devices necessary to perform duties in a safe manner.
• Uses computers and other standard office equipment and lifting supplies and equipment typically found in clinical patient care areas. 
• Teaches use of adaptive equipment to facilitate activities of daily living, diagnostic equipment to assist in patient evaluations and therapeutic equipment utilized in treatment of patients.

Equal Opportunity Employer 
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