Physical Therapist- Outpatient
Peninsula Community Health Services of AK, Kenai, AK, United States
This position exists to provide comprehensive physical therapy to the patient population in the Central Kenai Peninsula.
Consult with patients to learn about their physical condition and symptoms and review their medical history and referrals from doctors or surgeons.
Diagnose movement dysfunction by listening to patients and observing them as they move about.
Develop an individualized treatment plan.
Coach patients and teach them therapeutic exercises and stretches to improve their condition.
Use hands-on therapy such as manual therapy to ease patients’ pain and provide stimulation to promote healing.
Maintain patient records by keeping track of goals and progress while adapting treatment plans accordingly.
Advise patients and their families on in-home treatment options and what to expect from the recovery process.
Evaluate and treat patients within the privilege range granted by the PCHS Board, and within the scope of training, capabilities, and license criteria as a physical therapist.
Be a patient advocate.
Coordinate health promotional activities.
Provide patient follow-up as necessary for continuity of care.
Coordinate care with other health care providers when referrals are necessary.
Great work life balance, minutes from all outdoor adventures Alaska has to offer
Education: Successful completion of an approved Doctor of Physical Therapy program.
License: Maintain an active physical therapist license with the State of Alaska.
Experience: Two years’ experience in a clinic setting preferred.
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Consult with patients to learn about their physical condition and symptoms and review their medical history and referrals from doctors or surgeons.
Diagnose movement dysfunction by listening to patients and observing them as they move about.
Develop an individualized treatment plan.
Coach patients and teach them therapeutic exercises and stretches to improve their condition.
Use hands-on therapy such as manual therapy to ease patients’ pain and provide stimulation to promote healing.
Maintain patient records by keeping track of goals and progress while adapting treatment plans accordingly.
Advise patients and their families on in-home treatment options and what to expect from the recovery process.
Evaluate and treat patients within the privilege range granted by the PCHS Board, and within the scope of training, capabilities, and license criteria as a physical therapist.
Be a patient advocate.
Coordinate health promotional activities.
Provide patient follow-up as necessary for continuity of care.
Coordinate care with other health care providers when referrals are necessary.
Great work life balance, minutes from all outdoor adventures Alaska has to offer
Education: Successful completion of an approved Doctor of Physical Therapy program.
License: Maintain an active physical therapist license with the State of Alaska.
Experience: Two years’ experience in a clinic setting preferred.
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