Physical Therapist

US-MO-Independence

CCC

Req #: 303098
Type: Full Time
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				Overview:

Is outpatient orthopedics your calling? Let Select Physical Therapy be your answer!

Experience the power of physical therapy  

Select Physical Therapy at Epic Center KC, formerly Sports Lodge KC, is a growing center dedicated to serving athletes and active individuals in the East KC suburbs Independence, Blue Springs, and Lee's Summit.  The clinic is a Sports Center of Excellence and has the space, equipment and resources needed to get athletes back in the game, including a full squat rack, turf, digital dynamometer and a movement analysis system.  The clinic is set inside Epic Center KC which houses full basketball courts, indoor soccer field and 8 indoor pickle ball courts.  The current clinician is a Board Certified Sports Specialist, Dry Needling certified, and Certified Orthopedic Manual Therapist and treats Concussion, Work Comp, Work Conditioning, and general orthopedics. 

Our Sports Center of Excellence is looking for a Full time or Part time PT who has a passion for treating motivated athletes and active individuals.  All experience levels are welcome to apply.  Seize this opportunity to work in a unique setting with our specialized Physical Therapy Team.

Hours Needed: Full Time, 40 hours per week-NO WEEKENDS!

* We Offer:

* Sign-On Bonus
* UNMATCHED continuing education program with internal CEU courses, national certifications and more.
* Company matching 401(k)
* Affordable PPO Benefits
* Generous Paid Time Off
* Competitive salary, BONUS and more!

For Details Contact:

Jennifer Gillespie

jegillespie@selectmedical.com

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Responsibilities:

* Understand appropriate state practice acts and adhere to the laws which govern how physical therapists may practice and whom physical therapists may supervise. 
* Complete and maintain all corporate & clinical services required training and maintain compliance with state/local/federal regulations. 
* Evaluate, treat, and direct treatment for patients for whom physical therapy is medically necessary and document this need clearly. 
* Maintain open and respectful communication with co-workers, physicians, patients, family members, and third-party payors at all times. 
* Attend and/or participate in facility meetings as directed by the center manager.

Qualifications:

* Must be a graduate of an American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) accredited school of physical therapy
* Valid State Physical Therapy License/ Registration REQUIRED to start
* Ability to work 40 hours per week with occasional late or early shifts to accommodate patients
* Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification required.

Physical Requirements:

* Ability to lift patients using appropriate biomechanical techniques frequently throughout the course of a work day/shift. Must be capable of easily lifting fifty (50) pounds dead weight alone.
* Ability to walk, bend, stand, and reach constantly during a work day/shift.
* Visual acuity (near and distant) sufficient to evaluate, diagnose and monitor patient needs and to maintain accurate records, recognize people and provide directions.
* Ability to speak and hear sufficiently to understand and give directions.
* Ability to push wheeled equipment through the facility and in the community.
* Possess fine motor skills for legible and accurate reporting, charting, scheduling, daily correspondence and presentations, either manually or through use of electronic equipment.
* Possess fine motor skills for effective and efficient handling of diagnostic or therapeutic equipment.
			
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