Outpatient Orthopedic Physical Therapist at Texas Orthopedics in Kyle

Texas Orthopedics
- Outpatient Orthopedic Physical Therapist

Innovative Therapy Concepts is a Physical Therapist owned and operated Therapy management organization that was founded by Joe Sapp, PT in 2006. We began our partnership with Texas Orthopedics in 2020 to provide management of their therapy services. ITC is searching for a Physical Therapist that is seeking to join an organization that seeks to "Elevate the Experience" as we encounter each patient we serve.

This career opportunity allows for a Physical Therapist to practice in the outpatient orthopedic setting with the opportunity to evaluate and treat a variety of surgical and non-operative patients. Exposure to a diverse caseload treating upper and lower extremity as well as spine patients. Therapist will administer medically prescribed physical therapy treatment for patients suffering from injuries, or muscle, nerve, joint and bone diseases, to restore function, relieve pain, and prevent disability.

The team atmosphere that is promoted makes for a great work environment!

Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Reviews Physician's referral (prescription) and patient's condition and medical records to determine physical therapy treatment required.

Tests and measures patient's strength, motor development, sensory perception, functional capacity, and respiratory and circulatory efficiency, and records findings to develop or revise treatment programs.

Plans and prepares written treatment program based on evaluation of patient data.

Administers manual exercises to improve and maintain function.

Administers therapeutic exercises to improve strength, ROM, flexibility, and cardiovascular function.

Instructs, motivates and assists patient to perform various physical activities to achieve functional goals.

Instructs, motivates, and assists patient to perform various physical activities and in use of assistant and supportive devices such as wheelchairs, walkers, crutches, canes, and prostheses.

Administers treatments involving application of physical agents.

Administers treatments involving application of various modalities and physical agents including but not limited to: hot/cold packs, electrical stimulation, ultrasound, iontophoresis, TNS, and dry needling.

Evaluates effects of treatment at various stages and adjusts treatments to achieve maximum benefit.

Administers massage.

Administers traction to relieve pain.

Records treatment, response, and progress in patient's chart or enters information into computer.

Instructs patient and family in treatment procedures to be continued at home.

Evaluates, fits, and adjusts prosthetic and orthotic devices and recommends modification to Orthotist.

Confers with Physician and other practitioners to obtain additional patient information, suggest revisions in treatment program, and integrate physical therapy treatment with other aspects of patient's health care.

Orients, instructs, and directs work activities of assistants, techs, and students.

Plans and conducts lectures and training programs on physical therapy and related topics for medical staff, students, and community groups.

Plans and develops physical therapy research programs and participates in conducting research.

Consult and practice with a variety of other professionals, such as physicians, dentists, nurses, educators, social workers, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, and audiologists.

This position can include supervising Physical Therapy Assistants or Techs in some situations.

To perform this job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Analytical
- Synthesizes complex or diverse information;
Uses intuition and experience to complement data;
Designs work flows and procedures.

Design
- Demonstrates attention to detail.

Problem Solving
- Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner;
Gathers and analyzes information skillfully;
Develops alternative solutions;
Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

Technical Skills
- Assesses own strengths and weaknesses;
Pursues training and development opportunities;
Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills;
Shares expertise with others.

Customer Service
- Manages difficult or emotional customer situations;
Responds promptly to customer needs;
Solicits customer feedback to improve service ;
Responds to requests for service and assistance;
Meets commitments.

Interpersonal Skills
- Maintains confidentiality.

Oral Communication
- Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations;
Listens and gets clarification;
Responds well to questions.

Written Communication
- Writes clearly and informatively;
Able to read and interpret written information.

Teamwork
- Balances team and individual responsibilities;
Contributes to building a positive team spirit.

Visionary Leadership
- Displays passion and optimism;
Inspires respect and trust;
Mobilizes others to fulfill the vision.

Quality Management
- Looks for ways to improve and promote…