Physical Therapist II or III

Oklahoma State Government • Ponca City, OK

14d • $66,205 • Onsite

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 .

Requirements

• Level II: Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of a current Oklahoma license as a Physical Therapist issued by the Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision plus one year of professional experience as a licensed Physical Therapist; or an advanced level masters 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: Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of a current Oklahoma License as a Physical Therapist issued by the Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision plus three years of professional experience as a licensed Physical Therapist; or a 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 only of the required experience.
• If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of application.
• All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
• Knowledge of the principles, practices, and ethics of professional physical therapy; of therapeutic techniques and their application to physical therapy; of anatomy and physiology; of standardized and special treatments related to physical therapy; of procedures for evaluating various skills and abilities, and of the supplies, materials and equipment used in conducting physical therapy.
• Ability is required to evaluate individual skills and abilities; to develop physical therapy treatment plans to administer prescribed treatments or conduct planned activities; to establish effective working relationships with others; to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing; to exercise initiative and independent judgement; and to provided in-service training at the local, regional and state levels in identified areas of expertise.

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 another 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 therapy assistants and aides in the care and treatment of patients and the proper completion of standardized procedures.
• Being present in the office is an essential function of this job.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior.
• Works effectively in team environment, participating and assisting their peers.

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 venders.
• Longevity Bonus for years of service

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees