Physical Therapist- Outpatient

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Elite Staffing Network is seeking a Physical Therapist - Outpatient for a full-time position in support of Outpatient Physical Therapy Department at the Mike O'Callaghan Military Medical Center, Nellis AFB, NV. * Excellent Compensation & Exceptional Comprehensive Benefits!* Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Time, 11 Paid Federal Holidays!* Medical/Dental/Vision, STD/LTD/Life Insurance, and Health Savings Account available!* Annual CME Stipend and License/Certification Reimbursement!* Matching 401K!* Malpractice Insurance Provided!Work Schedule:Monday-Tuesday 6am to 6 pm-10 or 8 hours shifts- Outpatient/ Monday - Friday.Rotating on-call schedule and call back limited. This is determined based on department needs.Job Specific Duties: The type of work may include, but is not limited to, the following: Perform a full range of physical therapist services in accordance with the scope of clinical privileges granted by the MTF. Plan and prepare written treatment programs based on an evaluation of the patient Administer manual exercises to improve and maintain function. Instruct, motivate, and assist patients in performing various physical activities, such as non-manual exercises, ambulatory functional activities, daily-living activities, and in use of assistive and supportive devices, such as crutches, canes, and prostheses. Administer soft tissue mobilization, applying knowledge of mobilization techniques and body physiology. Administer traction to relieve pain, using traction equipment. Record treatment, response, and progress in patient's chart and/or automated systems within 72 hours of the visit. Coordinate treatment with physician and other staff members to obtain additional patient information, suggest revisions in treatment program and integrate physical therapy treatment with other aspects of the patient's health care. Contact referring physicians regarding patient care concerns, as required. Perform prevention and wellness activities, education, screening, and promote positive health behaviors. Provide appropriate therapeutic procedures and provide a full range of therapy services in support of patient referrals. Coordinate treatment with physician and other staff members to obtain additional patient information, suggest revisions in treatment program and integrate physical therapy treatment with other aspects of the patient's health care. Contact referring physicians regarding patient care concerns, as required. Administer treatments involving application of physical agents, using equipment such as a pulsed lavage unit and/or whirlpool bath, moist packs, ultraviolet and infrared lamps, and ultrasound machines. Evaluate effects of treatment at various stages and adjust treatments to achieve maximum benefit.Minimum Qualifications:Education: A DPT or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from a Physical Therapy program acceptable to the USAF Surgeon General and accredited by (CAPTE) Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education. Graduate from a college or university approved by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE). Board Certification: Preferred Certification: Trigger point Dry Needling certification.License: Active unrestricted Physical Therapy license from any state   Experience: Have at least 24 months of experience within the past 36 months as a physical therapist. Life Support Certification: Possess and maintain a current AHA or ARC BLS Healthcare Provider certification. Security: Must be a US Citizen and must be able to pass a government background check.

30 March 2024
Location: United States Nevada Nellis Air Force Base
Work type:
Full time
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