Physical Therapist General Ortho - Fishers

Community Health Network•Fishers, IN

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Community Health Network is hiring a Physical Therapist for its General Orthopedics service in Fishers, Indiana, at 8890 E. 116th St, Suite 130. The role involves interpreting initial evaluation results, determining appropriate patient goals, and developing and modifying treatment plans using appropriate treatment techniques. The therapist may participate in teaching and clinical education of students and in interdisciplinary program planning. The position requires establishing and maintaining a safe environment that supports effective team functioning, positive patient outcomes, and personal safety. Experienced and new graduate Physical Therapists are eligible.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited program.
Valid Indiana Physical Therapy license or temporary permit.
Knowledge of anatomy and physiology, evaluation and therapy, theoretical concepts and techniques, current materials and technological advances, and new professional trends.
Ability to incorporate a basic 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 or 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 individuals with impairments and communicate effectively with staff, peers, patients, families, physicians, and internal and external customers.