Physical Therapist II

Osage Nation Health Center • Pawhuska, OK

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapist (PT) II will evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients of all ages to manage pain, improve mobility, and restore physical function following injury, illness, or surgery. They create personalized treatment plans using exercises, stretches, and manual therapy, while educating patients on recovery and injury prevention. The job of a physical therapist involves treating musculoskeletal conditions and educating patients about staying fit and preventing future injuries.

Requirements

• A Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from an accredited program.
• 3 or more years of experience working as a physical therapist.
• Current physical therapist license issued by the licensing board of Oklahoma must be in good standing without any restrictions or sanctions by the licensing board of Oklahoma.
• Willing and able to perform considerable walking, recurring bending, lifting, kneeling, pushing, and pulling, often more than 50 pounds.
• Advanced experience in observation, recording, and reporting accurate patient information.
• Must be a team player with a high level of problem-solving and communication skills.
• Requires personal integrity and ethics.
• Must be a resource for clinical staff.
• Must always maintain confidentiality.
• Must be certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) by American Heart Association or American Red Cross or obtain within 90 days of hire.
• Must maintained throughout employment.
• In the event certification due for renewal, must be obtained during orientation prior to any patient interaction.
• Must meet and maintain pre-employment and periodic background investigation and adjudication for Indian Child Welfare Act.
• Educated on and compliant with HIPAA regulations.

Nice To Haves

• Claiming Osage or Native American preference (requires uploading tribal membership card).

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients of all ages to manage pain, improve mobility, and restore physical function following injury, illness, or surgery.
• Create personalized treatment plans using exercises, stretches, and manual therapy.
• Educate patients on recovery and injury prevention.
• Treat musculoskeletal conditions.
• Educate patients about staying fit and preventing future injuries.
• Perform considerable walking, recurring bending, lifting, kneeling, pushing, and pulling, often more than 50 pounds.
• Maintain confidentiality of client information.
• Maintain pre-employment and periodic background investigation and adjudication for Indian Child Welfare Act.

What This Job Offers

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