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Job Summary:

The Physical Therapist in an outpatient setting is responsible for delivering high-quality orthopedic rehabilitation care, with additional exposure to geriatric and neurological populations. The role involves evaluating and treating patients, managing follow-up appointments, and potentially working across outpatient, acute care, and inpatient rehabilitation environments. The therapist will provide patient-centered care to support recovery and functional improvement.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct evaluations and re-evaluations of patients to develop individualized treatment plans.
• Provide therapeutic interventions primarily focused on orthopedic rehabilitation.
• Manage patient caseload averaging 8-11 patients per day, including follow-up treatments and 1-3 initial evaluations daily.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams across outpatient, acute care, and inpatient rehabilitation settings as needed.
• Document patient progress and treatment outcomes accurately and timely.
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans, home exercises, and recovery expectations.

Required Skills & Certifications:

• Licensed or eligible for licensure as a Physical Therapist.
• Experience or eligibility to work in outpatient orthopedic rehabilitation.
• Strong clinical assessment and treatment planning skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple patients efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Skills & Certifications:

• Experience in acute care or inpatient rehabilitation settings.
• Knowledge of geriatric and neurological rehabilitation principles.
• Additional certifications in specialized therapy techniques or modalities.

Special Considerations:

• Primarily outpatient care environment with potential exposure to acute and inpatient settings.
• Focus on orthopedic rehabilitation with opportunities to work with diverse patient populations.

Scheduling:

• Monday through Thursday: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
• Friday: 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
• Appointments typically last 30 to 45 minutes, with an average of 10-12 patients scheduled daily.

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