Physical Therapist

• Provide, manage, and plan direct physical therapy healthcare for a specified patient population
• Provide compassionate, patient-centered care including physical examinations, evaluations, assessments, diagnoses, and treatment
• Develop care plans using a variety of treatment techniques
• Motivate patients during treatment to help them function optimally
• Consult and practice with other health professionals
• Direct and coordinate patient physical therapy treatment activities
• Supervise physical therapy assistants and aides
• Maintain accurate patient records of patient history and therapy treatment activities
• Keep abreast of advancements in physical therapy
• Comply with applicable state and federal laws, rules, regulations, and procedures
• Participate in professional development activities
• Maintain strict confidentiality
• Follow Sacred Circle Healthcare policies and procedures, Code of Conduct, and Mission and Values Statements
• Report to the Physical Therapy Director
• Work 3-4 days per week, Monday through Friday, typically 30-40 hours per week

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
• Valid Utah Physical Therapy License
• Interest in working with underserved and tribal populations in an interdisciplinary setting
• Well-rounded clinical skills with ability to handle all ages and a full range of diagnoses
• Knowledge of legal and ethical standards for the delivery of care
• Knowledge of pain neuroscience education (PNE)
• Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements
• Knowledge of organizational policies, procedures, systems, and objectives
• Skills in critical thinking and reasoning that values patient education
• Ability to handle all ages and a full range of diagnoses
• Ability to use computer systems and applications
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards
• Ability to plan and organize
• Ability to evaluate the effectiveness of existing methods and procedures
• Ability to operate office equipment
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients/clients, clinical and administrative staff in a multidisciplinary environment
• Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and policies and procedures
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Two (2) or more years of physical therapy related experience (preferred)
• Experience/familiarity with pain neuroscience education (PNE) (preferred)
• Interest in persistent/chronic pain (preferred)
• Experience working with the Native American community (preferred)

Demonstrates expertise in providing patient-centered physical therapy care, including evaluations, treatment planning, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Holds a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) and a valid Utah Physical Therapy License, with a strong understanding of legal and ethical standards in healthcare.

• Doctor Of Physical Therapy (DPT)
• Valid Utah Physical Therapy License
• Pain Neuroscience Education (PNE)
• Clinical Skills Across All Ages
• Experience With Native American Community

• Patient Evaluations
• Treatment Planning
• Physical Therapy Techniques
• Patient Record Management
• Quality And Safety Standards
• Critical Thinking
• Emergency Response
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration
• Confidentiality Maintenance
• Infection Control Standards

• Compassionate Care
• Motivational Skills
• Effective Communication
• Team Collaboration
• Organizational Skills

• Patient-Centered Care
• Legal And Ethical Standards
• Accreditation Requirements
• Healthcare Policies
• Tribal Populations

• Computer Systems
• Office Equipment