Assesses patients, develops and initiates treatment plan based on the results of the evaluation. The evaluation may include measurements of neuromuscular and skeletal functions. Provides direct patient care. Documents findings, progress and instruction to patients and caregivers. Assists Level III physical therapists and leadership with program development. Serves as resource to staff PTs. Provides training and guidance to students and interns. Responsible for patient care performed by assistants and rehabilitation technicians.Pelvic floor experience strongly preferredPrincipal AccountabilitiesAssumes responsibility in the care of the patient. Performs complete, comprehensive evaluation of patients. Accurately interprets evaluation findings. Completes a written plan of care, develops goals based on evaluation findings, and develops a comprehensive program to attain goals. Implements a physical therapy treatment program and provides advanced physical therapy treatments. Demonstrates competency in performing advanced physical therapy skills. Responsible for patient care performed by assistants and rehabilitation technicians. Assesses patients regularly to monitor progress towards treatment goals, and alters goals, plan or program as indicated. Motivates and instructs patient/caregiver using appropriate methods.Communicates effectively with patients/caregivers, professional colleagues to include physicians and insurance companies.Manages time effectively. Documents appropriately in the medical record and completes other documentation duties accurately and efficiently. Serve as a clinical resource, mentor, and clinical instructor to staff, students, hospital, schools and/or the community in general. Actively pursues clinical expertise in specific treatment techniques or management of a particular patient population.Actively participates in organized system/facility/departmental committees and taskforce.Presents relevant special topics in professional literature at clinic meetings, grand rounds, conferences, university settings and meetings as delegated or requested by the faculty.Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; may serve as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.Other duties as assigned.QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's or graduate degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited university-based Physical Therapy programLicenses/Certifications: Current license to practice Physical Therapy by Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners or by the Physical Therapy Compact Commission; Current certification in Basic Life Support.A physical therapist practicing direct access:Doctoral degree along with a residency or fellowship program, or licensed therapist with 30 hours of continuing competence activities in differential diagnosisCurrent license to practice Physical Therapy by Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners or by the Physical Therapy Compact Commission.The position requires occasional/frequent lifting of up to 75/100 pounds and carrying of up to 30 pounds; prolonged standing; frequent walking, stooping and squatting.Fine hand dexterity, eye-hand coordination, the ability to receive oral and written communication, and to communicate verbally and in writing are also necessary.The visual ability to monitor instruments, computers and equipment, recognize alphanumeric characters, distinguish colors and observe physical characteristics are essential to this position.BENEFITS DENTAL INSURANCEMEDICAL INSURANCEVISION INSURANCELIFE INSURANCERETIREMENTEQUITYPAID TIME OFFOTHERTop Workplace for the 10th consecutive year. 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We're honored to receive this recognition and inspired to do more for our people.SKILLS/ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:•Maintains and updates clinical knowledge and skills.•Participates in relevant continuing education programs.•Knowledge of and dedication to the highest patient care and provide the utmost service excellence to all patients.•Ability to take initiative and to exercise independent judgment, decision-making and problem-solving expertise.•A can-do, team oriented attitude is essential, as the ability to work independently and to interact easily with physicians, other managers and staff throughout the department and hospital.•Effective interpersonal/communication, organizational, and the flexibility to handle multiple tasks.Requirements:•COVID vaccine with 2 Shots & Booster.ABOUT HEALTHCARE STAFFING PLUSHealthcare Staffing Plus is a US based national per diem, local contract, and locum tenens agency. We are located in the beautiful rolling hills of southern Indiana just outside of Louisville, KY. With close to 24 years of non-clinical healthcare experience that includes 16 years of solid medical staffing and recruiting experience, we deliver on our promise of adhering to strict and ethical recruiting standards handled with the utmost professionalism. Never resting on our laurels of sourcing candidates thoroughly and presenting our clients only the cream of the crop.