Physical Therapist II or III

State of Oklahoma • ME

90d • $63,000 - $66,205

About The Position

The Physical Therapist is assigned responsibilities involving professional level work in planning, evaluating and implementing physical therapy treatment programs and activities for individuals and groups. The position is full-time, with a work schedule from Monday to Friday, primarily from 8 AM to 5 PM. The role is located in Kay County, Lincoln County, Noble County, Pawnee County, and Payne County.

Requirements

• Current Oklahoma license as a Physical Therapist issued by the Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision.
• Level II: One year of professional experience as a licensed Physical Therapist or an advanced level master's degree or doctorate in pediatric rehabilitative services, pediatric occupational therapy, special education, or a closely related field may be substituted for the required experience.
• Level III: Three years of professional experience as a licensed Physical Therapist or an advanced level master's degree or doctorate in pediatric rehabilitative services, pediatric occupational therapy, special education, or a closely related field may be substituted for two years of the required experience.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of the principles, practices, and ethics of professional physical therapy.
• Knowledge of therapeutic techniques and their application to physical therapy.
• Ability to evaluate individual skills and abilities.
• Ability to develop physical therapy treatment plans and administer prescribed treatments.

Responsibilities

• Plans, conducts, and evaluates physical therapy treatment/intervention programs and activities.
• Interprets physician referrals and determines appropriate evaluation procedures.
• Makes recommendations concerning standardized treatments or intervention based on medical indications.
• Completes patient assessments related to various physical skills and functional abilities, including neuro-muscular, coordination and control, balance and ambulation.
• Interprets results and proposes a treatment/intervention plan in conjunction with other team members, including short- and long-range goals, frequency and duration.
• Provides treatment/intervention according to the prescribed plan, including task-oriented activities, neuro-motor activities, and patient/family counseling and activities.
• Participates in the assessment, design and fabrication of adaptive equipment and orthotic devices.
• Evaluates patient response to treatment/intervention and makes recommendations on changes in treatment as required.
• Maintains records concerning treatment/intervention provided, including both subjective and objective data.
• Maintains records on each patient.
• Participates in multidisciplinary team to assist in developing intervention strategies to meet the client’s needs.
• May provide limited supervision and training to therapy assistants and aides in the care and treatment of patients and the proper completion of standardized procedures.

Benefits

• Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums.
• A wide choice of insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses and/or dependent care.
• Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match.
• 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year for full-time employees.
• 11 paid holidays a year.
• Student Loan repayment options & tuition reimbursement.
• Employee discounts with a variety of companies and vendors.
• Longevity Bonus for years of service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree