Physical Therapist III

Conifer Health Solutions•Tucson, AZ

13d

About The Position

Provides outpatient physical therapy services to patients and clients, including assessment, treatment, program planning and implementation, documentation, and communication. The Physical Therapist III has mastered technical and organizational physical therapy skills and developed a comprehensive knowledge base. This self-directed, flexible, and innovative therapist uses a deep understanding of clinical situations to resolve complex issues and collaborates with other healthcare providers to help patients and families achieve their goals. The role positively influences the team, fosters critical and creative thinking, and may include mentoring. Expert therapists act as change agents through evidence-based practice and therapy-related research, and serve as a champion or lead for a specific project or service area. The therapist evaluates and treats patients with orthopedic, neurological, musculoskeletal, balance, and vestibular disorders in an outpatient setting. Treatment may include individualized plans, therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, gait and balance training, functional mobility interventions, patient and caregiver education, progress monitoring, and clinical documentation.

Requirements

Three years of experience as a licensed Physical Therapist working in the field of Physical Therapy.
Valid, current license from the Arizona State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners.
BLS-CPR.

Nice To Haves

Doctorate in Physical Therapy.
Prior patient exposure in the area of practice.

Responsibilities

Evaluate and treat patients with orthopedic, neurological, musculoskeletal, and balance disorders in an outpatient setting.
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, function, strength, and quality of life.
Assess and treat vestibular conditions, including BPPV, dizziness, vertigo, imbalance, and vestibular hypofunction, using evidence-based rehabilitation techniques.
Provide therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, gait training, balance training, and functional mobility interventions.
Educate patients and caregivers on diagnoses, treatment plans, home exercise programs, and injury prevention strategies.
Monitor patient progress, modify treatment plans as needed, and maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation.
Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient outcomes and ensure high-quality care.
Use evidence-based practice and therapy-related research to support clinical care and serve as a champion or lead for a specific project or service area.