Physical Therapist - TOSH Inpatient

University of Arkansas System•Little Rock, AR

18d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans. This position is located at The Orthopaedic & Spine Hospital (TOSH) on the UAMS Campus in Little Rock. The position will be integral in treating post-operative joint and spine patients in both inpatient and PACU settings. We value mentorships, continuing education, and a multidisciplinary approach to care. The inpatient physical therapist provides an individualized evaluation, during which the client, family/caregiver, and physical therapist determine the patient's goals, customize interventions to optimize the person's ability to perform functional activities, and continuously assess progress towards goals to ensure goals are being met and/or to modify the intervention plan based on the patient's needs and skills. Functional outcomes data is completed through collection of best practice data via patient questionnaires, performance measures, and documented treatment interventions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy if graduated prior to 2002 OR Master’s degree in Physical Therapy if graduated prior to 2016 OR Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy.
Licensed as a Physical Therapist by the Arkansas State Board of Physical Therapy or eligible for licensure.
Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree OR Doctorate in Physical Therapy PLUS (2) two years of experience in Physical Therapy.
Inpatient therapy experience with emphasis on orthopedic conditions
OCS

Responsibilities

Performs comprehensive examination of patients using appropriate tests/measures, completes the evaluation, and formulates an individualized plan of care.
Provides evidence based quality patient treatments and monitors patient for physiological status during sessions.
Provides individualized patient education.
Documents evaluations, treatment sessions, and education sessions and submits accurate charges according to regulatory policies.
Provides education regarding physical therapy discipline.
Serves as a clinical instructor/mentor and provides education to other disciplines within UAMS and/or the community.
Participates in multidisciplinary and department communication, including patient care discussions and/or meetings and unit/department/hospital meetings.
Performs other duties as assigned.