Physical Therapist General Ortho- Anderson

Community Health Network•Anderson, IN

About The Position

Community Health Network is hiring a Physical Therapist for general orthopedic care in Anderson. The role involves interpreting initial evaluation results, determining appropriate patient goals, developing treatment plans, and modifying those plans as needed using appropriate treatment techniques. The Physical Therapist also participates in teaching and clinical education for students and in interdisciplinary program planning. The role requires maintaining a safe environment that supports effective teamwork, positive patient outcomes, and personal safety.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited program.
Valid Indiana Physical Therapy license or temporary permit.
Experience in general orthopedics; new graduate Physical Therapists are eligible.
Knowledge of anatomy and physiology, evaluation and therapy, theoretical concepts and techniques, current materials and technological advances, and new professional trends.
Ability to incorporate an understanding of the behavioral, developmental, physical, emotional, and comfort needs of child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
Ability to lift and transfer patients and treatment supply items without restriction.

Responsibilities

Interpret results of initial evaluations.
Determine appropriate patient goals and develop treatment plans.
Modify treatment plans as needed and use appropriate treatment techniques.
Participate in teaching opportunities and the clinical education of students.
Participate in interdisciplinary program planning.
Establish and maintain a safe environment conducive to effective team functioning, positive patient outcomes, and personal safety.
Provide quality service to impaired individuals and communicate effectively with staff, peers, patients, families, physicians, and internal and external customers.