Physical Therapist - Missouri Orthopaedic Institute, Acute Care

University of Missouri Health Care • Columbia, MO

4d • $68,266 - $111,426 • Onsite

About The Position

MU Health Care is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist for its Missouri Orthopaedic Institute Acute Care department. The position provides advanced clinical treatment to patients, with the goal of restoring function, improving mobility, and enhancing quality of life. The therapist performs comprehensive, timely evaluations and uses assessment findings to develop individualized plans of care with developmentally appropriate goals.

The role includes providing modalities in accordance with physician orders, completing documentation under MU Health Care and department policies, and maintaining professional standards required for Missouri licensure. The therapist participates in ongoing training and professional development and may supervise or mentor Physical Therapy and Physical Therapy Assistant students. Department-specific duties may also apply.

Requirements

• Physical Therapist licensure, temporary licensure, or a PT limited permit from the Missouri Board of Registration for the Healing Arts, or PT Compact multi-state privilege.
• If a compact-licensed therapist changes their primary state of residency, they must apply under the new state of residency within 30 days.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including ambulating, reaching, and moving objects weighing up to and over 20 pounds.
• Ability to work in a healthcare facility that is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, including required rotating shifts, holidays, and work during inclement weather.
• Routine contact with patients who may have contagious illnesses.

Responsibilities

• Provide treatment requiring the advanced skills of a licensed clinician.
• Complete documentation according to MU Health Care and department guidelines and policies.
• Provide ordered modalities, including heat or cold, electrical stimulation, hydrotherapy, ultrasound, manual therapy, casting, and spinal traction.
• Maintain standards under the APTA Code of Ethics and the Missouri Practice Act to remain eligible for licensure.
• Perform comprehensive patient evaluations in a time-sensitive manner.
• Use assessment data to develop individualized physical therapy plans of care and goals.
• Participate in training, education, and professional development activities, including continuing education needed to maintain Missouri licensure.
• Supervise or guide Physical Therapy or Physical Therapy Assistant students.
• Perform applicable unit- or department-specific duties and expectations.

Benefits

• Health, vision, and dental insurance coverage starting day one
• Generous paid leave and paid time off, including ten holidays
• Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8% and full vesting in three years
• Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%)
• Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels, and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed