Orthopedic Physical Therapist

Role Overview: The Physical Therapist provides medically prescribed therapy to relieve pain, restore function, and prevent disability after disease, injury, or loss of a body part.

Key Responsibilities: Plan and conduct therapy programs using exercises, manual therapy, heat, water, light, and electrical modalities; perform diagnostic and prognostic tests on muscles, nerves, and joints; guide patients in active/passive exercises, gait, and functional training with equipment; treat wounds and burns as directed; instruct patients in postural control and use of assistive devices; record patient progress for team review; supervise aides and volunteers;

and participate in training students and staff.

Qualifications & Skills: Requires a Doctorate of Physical Therapy (post-2015), licensure as a Physical Therapist, and certifications in Basic Life Support (BLS). Additional preferred certifications include Pelvic Health.

Experience: Prior experience in physical therapy, including knowledge of various therapeutic techniques and equipment.

Key

Skills:

Strong clinical skills, patient education, team collaboration, and ability to operate various therapy devices.

Licenses &

Certifications:

Valid licensure, BLS certification required; pelvic health certification preferred and must be obtained within 90 days if applicable.