Physical Therapist (Logan, UT)

Excelsia Injury Care•Logan, UT

About The Position

Excelsia Injury Care is hiring a Physical Therapist to provide outpatient physical therapy for patients injured in motor vehicle or work-related accidents. The role includes evaluating patients, developing and adjusting individualized treatment plans, delivering therapeutic interventions, documenting progress, and educating patients. The therapist also oversees PTAs performing selected delegated tasks and collaborates with other healthcare professionals to support comprehensive patient care. The schedule is two days per week, 16 hours per week, with 8-hour shifts. Physical demands are described as medium duty under the U.S. Department of Labor’s Dictionary of Occupational Titles. Employees should seek assistance to avoid lifting more than 50 pounds. Sitting, standing, and walking each generally account for about one-third of the day, with the ratio varying according to the therapist’s tasks.

Requirements

Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from a physical therapist education program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education.
Pass a state licensure exam.
Maintain state licensure.
Strong clinical knowledge and understanding of orthopedic conditions and treatments.

Responsibilities

Conduct patient assessments and develop personalized treatment plans.
Implement evidence-based physical therapy techniques and modalities.
Monitor and adjust treatment plans as needed to achieve desired outcomes.
Evaluate patient progress and provide ongoing education.
Demonstrate empathy and understanding, and foster an encouraging environment during rehabilitation.
Administer therapeutic exercise, massage, mechanical devices, and therapeutic agents using air, water, electricity, sound, or light.
Make minor modifications to treatment plans within the predetermined plan of care, evaluate patients, and document treatment progress.
Maintain accurate and detailed patient records.
Adhere to regulatory and compliance guidelines.
Oversee PTAs performing selected and delegated tasks.
Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive patient care.
Contribute to a positive and supportive team environment.
Interpret referrals; perform physical therapy evaluations and reevaluations; make major treatment-plan modifications; discharge patients; and perform therapeutic techniques.
Stay current with advancements in physical therapy.
Participate in professional development and training opportunities.