Physical Therapy Resident - Buttonwood

Shift : Monday - Friday Days

Department : Mizzou Therapy Services - Buttonwood

Compensation :

• Base Pay Range : $49,213 - $77,719 / year, based on experience

ABOUT THE JOB

MU Health Care is looking for a passionate and dedicated individual to join our team as a Physical Therapist Resident. The ideal candidate is someone who thrives in a dynamic, academic environment and is eager to enhance their clinical knowledge under expert supervision. We seek individuals who are committed to providing evidence-based, patient-centered care and who are enthusiastic about contributing to our mission of excellence in health care. If you are a proactive learner, dedicated to professional growth, and ready to make a meaningful impact on patient lives, we want to hear from you. Join us at MU Health Care and be part of a team that values integrity, innovation, and compassionate care.

ABOUT MU HEALTH CARE

MU Health Care is proud to be named one of Forbes' Best-in-State Employers seven years in a row, and that's largely a result of the incredible culture and team we've built. At MU Health Care, we have an inspired, hard-working and collaborative environment driven by our mission to save and improve lives. Here, we believe anything is possible and rally around solutions. We celebrate innovation and offer opportunities to be a part of something bigger - to have a voice and role in the work that is serving our community and changing the field of medicine.

Our academic health system - the only in mid-Missouri - is home to seven hospitals, including the region's only Level 1 Trauma Center and region's only Children's Hospital, as well as over 90 specialty clinics. Here you can define your career among our many clinical and nonclinical positions - with growth, opportunity and support every step of the way.

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EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION

Complete required academic course work, participate in continuing education, and utilize available resources to foster professional growth.

Provide patient care that is evidence-based and patient-centered under the supervision of the residency instructor(s).

Complete documentation according to MU Health Care and department guidelines and policies.

In accordance with physician orders, skillfully provide modalities including, but not limited to, use of heat / cold, electrical stimulation, hydrotherapy, ultrasound, blood flow restriction therapy, manual therapy, casting and spinal traction.

Maintain standards in accordance with the code of ethics of the APTA and the State of Missouri Practice Act to maintain eligibility for licensure.

May complete unit / department specific duties and expectations as outlined in department documents.

Physical Therapist (PT) licensure, temporary licensure, or PT limited permit by the Missouri Board of Registration for the Healing Arts or PT Compact multi-state privilege. When primary state of residency changes, compact state PTs must apply under new state of residency within thirty (30) days.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met with or without reasonable accommodation. The performance of these physical demands is an essential function of the job. This position is very active and requires ambulating, reaching, and moving objects weighing up to and over 20 lbs. This role also routinely comes into contact with patients who may have contagious illnesses. This position is in a health care facility open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Rotating shifts as well as holiday and work during inclement weather will be required.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.