Physical Therapist

STAR Physical Therapy is looking for a motivated enthusiastic individual with a commitment to excellence to join our team as a  full-time Physical Therapist in outpatient orthopedic clinic in  Cookeville TN . We commit to a culture where we use our time talents and resources to care for our patients our communities and one another.

Duties include :

Perform therapeutic interventions for patients under the supervision of a Physical Therapist including modality treatments therapeutic exercises gait training neuromuscular re-education manual therapy ADL training and wound dressing.

Record patient progress and response to treatment in medical charts.

Report patient status to physicians and healthcare personnel; measure range of motion strength and vital signs as needed.

Instruct patients and families on assistive devices and home exercise techniques.

Provide guidance to Physical Therapist Assistant  students and technicians.

Ensure technical proficiency in physical therapy principles concepts and techniques.

Must have certification and licensure as a Physical Therapist in the state of employment.

Qualifications :

Graduate from a CAPTE accredited Physical Therapy Program

New or recent graduates are encouraged to apply

Current state licensure

CPR certification

Ability to work efficiently / effectively in an autonomous environment

Basic PC skills and knowledge including but not limited to Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system database software and MS Office

Additional Information :

Entire benefits package equivalent to  OVER $20 000  and includes :

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• 6 additional paid holidays
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus Rewards Program
• Continuing Education

Remote Work : No

Employment Type : Full-time

Key Skills

EMR Systems,Early Intervention,Acute Care,Communication skills,HIPAA,Physiology Knowledge,Workers' Compensation Law,Computer Literacy,Pediatrics Experience,Home Care,Patient Service Experience,Medicare

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1