Physical Therapist

20 miles from Alabama (Only QUALIFIED Healthcare Professionals accepted) Physical Therapist - We are hiring for inpatient Rehab. New grads are welcome!
Responsible to complete all aspects of care for assigned patient load including evaluations, formulating plan of care, collaboration of care plans with patient|family|other disciplines, performing therapeutic interventions, education, and meeting all documentation requirements outlined in department

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Current Alabama Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, or Speech & Language Pathology licensure. OR willing to obtain one.
• Maintains active status with license in good standing with the state board or licensing agency.
• Can write legibly, speak and read English. Maintain current license in one of the previous listed clinical specialties.
• BLS Certification required.

US Citizens - must have a DPT, passed the NPTE
Canadians, Mexicans, Puerto Ricans - must have a DPT, passed NPTE, English exam if applicable, Visa Screen Certificate from FCCPT

PHYSICAL FACTORS:
• Physical activities include: Talking, hearing, bending, twisting, walking, running, kneeling, crouching, stooping, crawling, climbing, balancing, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, repetitive motion, standing, and|or using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls.

REQUIREMENTS:
• PT|OT|Speech
• Heavy work. Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and|or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and|or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Light work. Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and|or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and|or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and|or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for sedentary work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work.
• Must be able to perform the duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Hearing and vision must be normal or corrected to within normal range.
• Physical presence onsite is essential.

Community Attractions

Located in the heart of West Alabama, Tuscaloosa is a vibrant community that's filled with legendary history. Home to the renowned University of Alabama and located along the Black Warrior River, you'll find a walkable Downtown that's complete with live music, outdoor spaces to explore, and local restaurants to meet every palate. Not too big. Not too small.