Physical Therapist (DPT)

Giacare Inc•Goldsboro, NC

28d•Onsite

About The Position

GiaCare Inc., in anticipation of a future government contract award, is now accepting applications for experienced, civilian Physical Therapists (DPT) to work alongside the federal government in support of the 4th Medical Group at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base (Goldsboro, North Carolina). About the Company: GiaCare, Inc., a woman and minority-owned business, is dedicated to assisting the military and healthcare providers by providing exceptional medical professionals to fulfill medical services at military hospitals and clinics across the United States. To learn more, visit our website at Company Mission: "To Better the Lives of Our Patients and Caregivers Through High-Quality Healthcare and Technology Services"

Requirements

Doctorates degree.
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Entry-level physical therapists must be graduates of a physical therapy program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education. Completion of professional coursework in the specialty area such as Educational and Developmental Intervention Services (EDIS).
Two years of experience within the last three years as a physical therapist.
Current, full, active, and unrestricted license from any U.S. jurisdiction to practice as a Physical Therapist.
MUST BE US CITIZEN

Responsibilities

Perform a full range of Physical Therapist services in accordance with the scope of clinical privileges granted by the Medical Treatment Facility.
Plan and prepare written treatment programs based on an evaluation of the patient.
Administer manual exercises to improve and maintain function.
Instruct, motivate, and assist patients in performing various physical activities, such as non-manual exercises, ambulatory functional activities, daily-living activities, and in use of assistive and supportive devices, such as crutches, canes, and prostheses.
Administer soft tissue mobilization, applying knowledge of mobilization techniques and body physiology.
Administer traction to relieve pain, using traction equipment.
Record treatment, response, and progress in patient's chart and/or automated systems.
Coordinate treatment with physician and other staff members to obtain additional patient information, suggest revisions in treatment program and integrate physical therapy treatment with other aspects of the patient's health care. Contact referring physicians regarding patient care concerns, as required.
Perform prevention and wellness activities, education, screening, and promote positive health behaviors.