Physical Therapist in Manhattan, KS

Physical Therapist ? Central Kansas Area Company
The client company is an expanding, private central Kansas orthopedic group offering outpatient physical therapy, fitness & wellness services. The mission of the group overall is to strive to meet the high standards in providing top medical attention and dedication to the overall patient success in the areas of health & wellness. Features and Benefits
?Top competitive pay
?Great environment to platform professional development and growth
?Excellent benefits and vacation package offered Position Summary
The Physical Therapist plans and administers medically prescribed or referred physical therapy age specific treatment programs for patients (from infant through geriatric) to restore function, relieve pain, and prevent disability following disease, injury, surgery or loss of body part. Must document patient care, educate and inform patient and referring physician on outlined plan of care and discharge as guided by patient progress and managed care directives. Position Functions
?Adhere to American Physical Therapists Association (APTA) Code of Ethics. ?Establishes physical therapy diagnosis through baseline assessments of function and form. ?Provides direct patient care utilizing appropriate physical therapy procedures that are based upon evidence based practice.
?Communicates assertively and openly about patient?s care plan. ?Maintains daily progress notes, correspondence with referring physician and departmental documentation procedures.
?Recognizes responsibilities and role as primary therapist when other therapists are involved with patient care. ?Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care based on the physical, psychosocial, safety and related criteria appropriate to the age of the patients served. ?Completes other delegated projects or duties as assigned. ?Demonstrates a commitment to service, clinic/group values and professionalism through appropriate conduct and demeanor at all times.
?Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive data at all times. ?Adheres to organizational and department specific safety standards and guidelines. ?Works collaboratively and supports efforts of team members. ?Demonstrates exceptional customer service and interacts effectively with physicians, patients, visitors, staff and the greater health care community. Background Profile ?Master or Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree from accredited physical therapy program required. ?Must have knowledge and familiarity of theory of physical medicine, application of modalities and physical therapy agents and procedures relative to physical therapy and the treatment of musculoskeletal disorders, disease and dysfunction. ?Evaluation tools used to measure range of motion, strength, and functional abilities and wound size. ?Current State of Kansas Physical Therapist license required. ?Basic Life Support (BLS) and AED certification preferred. For more information on this opportunity contact