Physical Therapist
Listed on 2026-10-20
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Healthcare
Physical Therapy
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Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Physical Therapist to provide preoperative education, early postoperative mobility training, and individualized rehabilitation for patients within a fast-paced orthopedic surgery center. This role focuses on promoting safe recovery, optimizing functional outcomes, and supporting smooth transitions across the continuum of care. The Physical Therapist collaborates closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, nurses, and other clinical team members to deliver evidence-based, patient-centered care.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Patient Care & Rehabilitation- Deliver pre-surgical education, including patient expectations, therapeutic exercises, and discharge planning.
- Conduct comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and treatments in accordance with professional standards established by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA).
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans aligned with surgical protocols, clinical guidelines, and patient goals.
- Provide safe and effective postoperative mobility training, including instruction in the use of assistive devices.
- Monitor patient responses to treatment and adjust interventions as appropriate.
- Maintain a calm, supportive, and patient-centered approach while assisting patients and families throughout the recovery process.
- Provide skilled physical therapy services while maintaining current knowledge of best practices and standards of care for diverse patient populations.
- Ensure patient safety by monitoring vital signs, identifying postoperative complications, and implementing syncope prevention strategies.
- Educate patients and caregivers regarding postoperative precautions, safe mobility techniques, pain management considerations, and home exercise programs.
- Assess, identify, and mitigate fall risks to support safe discharge planning and recovery.
- Communicate patient progress, treatment outcomes, and clinical concerns to physicians and interdisciplinary team members.
- Complete accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation in accordance with regulatory requirements, accreditation standards, and facility policies.
- Complete equipment billing and related documentation accurately and promptly.
- Adhere to ambulatory surgery center policies, infection prevention standards, and evidence-based clinical practices.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives, patient outcome tracking, and performance improvement activities.
- Promote and uphold the Mission, Vision, Values, and Service Standards of Surgery Partners.
- Participate in continuing education opportunities and maintain licensure requirements.
- Support staff education and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
- Collaborate effectively with physicians, nursing staff,…
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