We are in need of a motivated Physical Therapist to join our knowledgeable team at MERRILL BONE & JOINT in Merrill, WI.
Growing your career as a Full Time Physical Therapist is an outstanding opportunity to develop critical skills.
If you are strong in people management, planning and have the right aptitude for the job, then apply for the position of Physical Therapist at MERRILL BONE & JOINT today!
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Are you a new Physical Therapy grad excited to start your career? A current Physical Therapist ready for a change? We are also offering a $10,000 Sign On Bonus! Bone & Joint is growing and looking for multiple therapists! Come practice as a Physical Therapist where patient care is the main focus. Bone & Joint is seeking Physical Therapists, experienced and new grads, that are passionate about their careers and desire to collaborate with Physicians, Nurse practitioners, and Physician Assistants to provide the most complete care for their patients. This position is working out of our new Merrill, WI location! Our Physical Therapists enjoy a full and comprehensive benefit package. In fact, our health, dental, and vision premiums have remained the same for 4 years in a row. We also have one of the highest employer 401K matchings in the industry with up to a 4% dollar-for-dollar match plus a yearly discretionary profit share that has never been less than 6%. This totals a 10% employer contribution to your 401k! At Bone & Joint our mission is to be the Best place to receive care, best place to practice medicine, best place to work. Our therapists see patients 1 on 1 for their entire treatment session, no passing of patients to an aid or doubling of patients. This position will primarily work in the Wausau area. Are you ready to join our team? Just click on the apply button. Our quick application should take you less than 5 minutes to fill out, and your information will then be instantly sent to our hiring team. What you need to be qualified for this job: Bachelor 's Degree in Physical Therapy (minimum) Current license or eligibility to become licensed to practice as a Physical Therapist in the State of Wisconsin BLS certification *to be acquired within 30 days of hire A positive and caring attitude Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned: Evaluate and treat patients in accordance with state guidelines, identifying root causes of dysfunction that directly translates to impairments in daily function Establish appropriate POC (Plans of Care) for the patients outlining the path to achieve the patients goals; reassess periodically to keep goals relevant Oversee the treatment provided by the PTA based on established POC Delivers treatment to patients including manual therapy, educating and performing therapeutic exercises, training of proper techniques for movements and body mechanics, develops balance systems or addresses vertigo, and addressing pain in order to reach goals Educates patient on best ways to self-manage condition; educates family on best ways to help the patient Update POC as necessary for the patients care and documents progression of treatment effectiveness Assesses for appropriate adaptive equipment, including canes, walkers, orthotics, etc. Develop discharge plan for patients once completing their physical therapy Document patients ' treatment on a daily basis based on established and accepted practice guidelines Submit appropriate charges on a daily basis for physical therapy services provided that date Assist administrative staff with billing and reporting inquiries Communicate on a regular basis with the physician and medical staff regarding patients ' current status or change in status Assist in developing and updating Bone & Joint Therapy treatment protocols on an as needed basis Responsible for dispensing DME and custom splitting per provider request Comply with federal and state physical therapy regulations Actively participate in Bone & Joint Therapy and Bone & Joint Clinic, S.C. staff meetings Communicates with high level of empathy and compassion Complete continuing education requirements every two years per state guidelines Supports and uses AIDET for every patient, guest, co-worker, etc every time Adheres to all Safety protocols and is proactive in safety awareness and prevention As ists with local athletic programming and services ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Qualifications: Neat and well-groomed and have a courteous, pleasant manner; Strong organizational skills along with the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment; Ability to put patients at ease and explain physician 's instructions; Respect the confidential nature of medical information. Ability to problem solve, works independently, and implements change with a positive attitude. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:
Benefits of working as a Physical Therapist in Merrill, WI:
? Opportunity to Make a Difference
? Professional Development Opportunities
? Advantageous package
