Licensed Physical Therapist

ORA Orthopedics • Davenport, IA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

ORA Orthopedics is seeking a Licensed Physical Therapist to provide patient care as part of its Physical Therapy team in Davenport, Iowa. The therapist evaluates patients, develops plans of care, sets measurable functional goals, provides treatment and education, and monitors and adjusts interventions to support patient progress in accordance with treatment plans and physician orders. The position also involves consulting with treating physicians, building relationships with referral providers, and documenting patient care and billable services accurately and promptly. Staff are expected to provide high-level care, protect patient confidentiality, comply with HIPAA, and follow professional practice guidelines and ORA clinical policies and standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy.
• Current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a Physical Therapist in Iowa.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements.
• Ability to identify and implement components of physical therapy processes.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks effectively and accurately.

Nice To Haves

• Previous outpatient orthopedic physical therapy experience; new graduates are welcome.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate new patients, develop plans of care, and set measurable, functional goals.
• Treat patients, address their concerns, and educate them about injuries and conditions, progress toward goals, and probable outcomes.
• Monitor patient responses to treatment and interventions and modify care as needed to meet patient needs and achieve goals in accordance with treatment plans and physician orders.
• Consult directly with treating physicians and cultivate effective relationships with referral providers.
• Document patient evaluations, re-evaluations, daily progress reports, treatments, and discharges in a timely manner, accurately recording billable services.
• Provide physical therapy services in accordance with professional practice guidelines and ORA clinical policies and standards.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA rules and regulations.

Benefits

• The employer provides an employment benefits package; details are available through the benefits summary link. Some benefits depend on position and employment status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level