Physical Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

Orthopaedic Associates of Maine is hiring a full-time Physical Therapist in Portland, ME.

POSITION SUMMARY

As a member of our outstanding team, the Physical Therapist is responsible for treating patients in consultation with a physician or on a prescription basis. Position performs evaluations, plans and implements physical rehabilitative treatment using physical agents and therapeutic exercise on patients in accordance with department protocols.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provides preventative and rehabilitative services that maximize functionality and promote well-being
• Review patients’ medical history and any referrals or notes from doctors or surgeons
• Identify and meet patient’s goals and needs
• Diagnose patients’ dysfunctional movements by observing them stand or walk and by listening to their concerns, among other methods
• Communicate and coordinate with patients’ physicians to ensure a consistent level of care
• Devises individualized treatment and care plans for each of the patients, outlining the patient’s goals and the expected outcome of the plan using a variety of treatment techniques
• Use exercises, stretching maneuvers, hands-on therapy, and equipment to ease patients’ pain, help them increase their mobility, prevent further pain or injury, and facilitate health and wellness
• Motivate patients during treatment in order to help them function optimally
• Promote clients’ healthy lifestyle by improving strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination
• Exercise independent judgment based on experience to implement effective treatment combinations
• Evaluate a patient’s progress, modifying a plan of care and trying new treatments as needed
• Educate patients and their families about what to expect from and how best to cope with the recovery process
• Perform accurate and timely documentation

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

QUALIFICATIONS

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT