Physical Therapist
Active Physical Therapy
- Marquette, Michigan, United States
- Marquette, Michigan, United States
About
Physical Therapist Job Duties and Responsibilities
* Meet with patients and identify needs and goals.
* Devise detailed treatment plans to achieve needs and goals.
* Motivate and encourage patients throughout treatment process.
* Devise detailed exercise techniques, stretches, and self care programs for patients to complete between sessions.
* Evaluate effects of therapy and keep detailed records of patient appointments and progress.
* Communicate with patients’ physicians regularly to ensure consistent care.
* Reduce patients’ need for medications and surgeries by means of improving range of motion, strength, flexibility, coordination, and balance.
* Comply with federal and state physical therapy regulations.
* Maintain patient confidentiality.
Physical Therapist Job Requirements and Qualifications
* Proven work ethic and dedication to patient care throughout the recovery process.
* Ability to communicate and adapt with different patients and personalities.
* Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
* A high level of professionalism and personal ethics.
* Extensive education in the field of physical therapy as well as clinical experience.
* A thorough knowledge of current treatment practices.
* A valid licence to practice physical therapy in the state of Michigan.
* CPR and first aid certification a plus.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Paid time off
* Retirement plan
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Monday to Friday
Education:
* Master's (Required)
License/Certification:
* Physical Therapy License (Required)
* CPR Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Languages
- English
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