Physical Therapist (PT)

Physical Therapist

Ft. Meade, MD

Position Duties and Responsibilities:

Differentiate musculoskeletal from non-musculoskeletal complaints, surgical from non-surgical conditions and identify red flag conditions that warrant immediate referral to specialty providers.

Evaluate the functional and physical capacity of referred inpatients and outpatients with a variety of diagnosis, functional and cognitive abilities.

Revise treatment plans or refers appropriately when patients fail to respond or show adverse reactions to treatment.

Develop and implement progressive and comprehensive treatment plans based on their evaluation findings.

Serve as clinical instructor of affiliating military and civilian Physical Therapist and Physical Therapy Assistant students.

Teach patients, family members and others in an individual or group format on a broad spectrum of physical therapy related topics to include but are not limited to therapeutic exercises, techniques to reduce joint and soft tissue stresses (joint sparring), appropriate body mechanics, fitness and exercise recommendations, injury prevention, healthy living and promotion of wellness.

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum to two (2) years current experience with at least 50% of those hours treating orthopedic and sports medicine conditions in an outpatient setting. Current experience is defined as having worked in direct physical therapy patient care within the past five (5) years.

Bachelors Degree in Physical Therapy, Masters Degree or Doctor of Physical Therapy preferred.

Shall be a graduate of a Physical Therapy program that is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education, American Physical Therapy Association.

Possess current certification in basic cardiac life support (BCLS).

Must be able to demonstrate advanced competency in the efficient treatment and exercise progression for a variety of Orthopedic and Sports Medicine conditions to include sprains, strains, fractures and post-surgical orthopedic conditions.

Must be a US Citizen.

Potomac Healthcare Solutions offers the following benefits:

Medical Insurance with PPO and HSA Options (United Healthcare)

Dental Insurance (Humana)*

Vision Insurance (Humana)*

401(k) with Employer Match

Health Savings Account with Employer Match

Prescription Drug Program

Employer Paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability

(Mutual of Omaha)

*

Voluntary Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability

(Mutual of Omaha)

*

Relocation Assistance

10 Days Paid Time Off

11 Federal Holidays

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