Physical Therapist #BD-82-31

Adelphi is seeking a Physical Therapist to provide services to a Medicare certified residential service facility in Poplar Bluff and Sikeston, Missouri. The ideal therapist will provide services to improve the quality of life for individuals with developmental disabilities and implement a system of supportive services.

Job Quick Facts:

1. Ref #: BD-82-31
2. Profession: Allied Health
3. Specialty: Physical Therapist
4. Location: Poplar Bluff and Sikeston, MO.
5. Service Setting: Residential services facility
6. Job Type: Part-time
7. Start Date: As soon as possible
8. Shift Schedule: Average 40 hours/month
9. Pay Rate: $60-$65 p/hr

Requirements:

1. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
2. Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist in Missouri.
3. Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience as a Physical Therapist, preferably in a rehabilitation or long-term care setting.
4. Strong knowledge of physical therapy principles, practices, and techniques.
5. Proficiency in conducting comprehensive assessments and developing individualized treatment plans.
6. Demonstrated ability to effectively implement therapeutic exercises and modalities.

Responsibilities:

1. Knowledge of the current principles, procedures, techniques, and instrumentation used in evaluating or treating injured, ill, or disabled patients through therapeutic use of everyday activities to help patients develop, recover, improve, and maintain the skills needed for daily living and working.
2. Direct screening and assessment, treatment, intervention, administration, program planning, and documentation for patients to enable them to improve their optimal functional abilities.
3. Apply clinical reasoning in developing physical therapy plans and programs.