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Physical TherapistOrthopedic Specialists of Northwest Indiana • Munster, IN, US
Physical Therapist

Physical Therapist

Orthopedic Specialists of Northwest Indiana • Munster, IN, US
13 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

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Job Summary

As a Physical Therapist, your primary role is to provide high quality, hands-on therapy, and positive outcome-based patient care.

Qualifications :

  • Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Program with a minimum of a Master's Degree in Physical Therapy
  • Computer knowledge in a health care based system is also required
  • Excellent interpersonal, organizational, attention to detail, and time-management skills
  • Ability to travel to other office locations required
  • Licensed in the state of Indiana

Responsibilities :

  • Treat pre and post-surgical patients, sports injuries, spine dysfunction, podiatry and pain management.
  • Evaluate new patients, develop plans of care and set measurable, functional goals.
  • Treat patients, answer their concerns and educate them on their injury, progress and probable outcomes.
  • Supervise aides when they are providing modalities for non-Medicare, non-BCBSM patients, and also in their general set up / clean up duties.
  • Re-evaluate patient progress, revise plans of care, reset goals, and appropriate discharge planning.
  • Communicate effectively with physicians and support staff regarding plan of care.
  • Maintain a reasonable level of productivity as determine by company and industry standards.
  • Help develop protocols and participate in research studies, along with present continuing education information to staff.
  • Complete documentation in timely and proficient manner as required by insurance policies and procedures.
  • Provide excellent customer service consistent with the company policy.
  • Maintain a clean, functional work environment, including but not limited to : sanitizing tables / equipment, putting away equipment after use, and maintaining office equipment as needed to help with the flow of the clinic.
  • Assist in orientation and instruction to new physical therapists, new physical therapy assistants and physical therapy technicians.
  • Perform light clerical duties such as answering phones, taking messages, and scheduling patients as needed.
  • Physical Requirements :

  • Ability to fulfill any office activities normally expected in an office setting, to include, but not limited to : remaining seated for periods of time to perform computer based work, participating in filing activity, lifting and carrying office supplies (paper reams, mail, etc.)
  • Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to feel, and reach with hand and arms
  • Occasionally lift and / or move up to 20-25 pounds
  • Fine hand manipulation (keyboarding)
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