Physical Therapy Resident

Job Description Summary
Full time Outpatient Orthopedic Physical Therapy resident position, in conjunction with the Ortho Residency program at MUSC. 40 hour work week will be arranged around class time and based on clinic demand and needs, which may include early, late, or Saturday schedules.

Job Description
The Physical Therapy Resident is a post‑graduate physical therapist participating in a clinical residency program. They work under the direction of the clinical residency program director and rehabilitation manager. The resident also participates in educational, program development, and community service activities. They must meet all curriculum requirements of the residency program, receive general supervision, and collaborate with other healthcare team members. The resident evaluates, administers, and directs therapeutic procedures to patients recovering from injury, disease, surgery, or other ailments as prescribed by a referring practitioner, establishes goals of physical therapy, and re‑assesses patient progress at regular, timely intervals, supporting findings with appropriate documentation. This role requires care for patients of all ages and may direct support staff in assisting with treatment.

Job Tasks May Include

Consult with patients to understand their physical condition, symptoms, and medical history.

Assess and interpret patient evaluations and test results.

Develop personalized treatment plans using a variety of treatment techniques.

Treatment Planning And Implementation

Create individualized rehabilitation programs for patients.

Utilize various treatment methods such as therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and modalities (heat, cold, ultrasound).

Educate and coach patients on therapeutic exercises and stretches to improve their condition.

Providing Hands‑On Therapy And Pain Management Techniques

Manual therapy, joint mobilizations, soft tissue mobilization, and other hands‑on techniques.

Maintaining Patient’s Electronic Medical Record

Maintain accurate patient records and track goals and progress.

Document adaptations to treatment plans based on patient response and changing needs.

Advise patients and their families on in‑home treatment options and recovery expectations.

Document education provided to patients.

Additional Job Description
Qualifications outlined per residency program guidelines.

Physical Requirements

Mobility & Posture

Standing: Continuous

Sitting: Continuous

Walking: Continuous

Climbing stairs: Infrequent

Working indoors: Continuous

Working outdoors (temperature extremes): Infrequent

Working from elevated areas: Frequent

Working in confined/cramped spaces: Frequent

Kneeling: Infrequent

Bending at the waist: Continuous

Twisting at the waist: Frequent

Squatting: Frequent

Manual Dexterity & Strength

Pinching operations: Frequent

Gross motor use (fingers/hands): Continuous

Firm grasping (fingers/hands): Continuous

Fine manipulation (fingers/hands): Continuous

Reaching overhead: Frequent

Reaching in all directions: Continuous

Repetitive motion (hands/wrists/elbows/shoulders): Continuous

Full use of both legs: Continuous

Balance & coordination (lower extremities): Frequent

Lifting & Force Requirements

Lift/carry 50 lbs. unassisted: Infrequent

Lift/lower 50 lbs. from floor to 36": Infrequent

Lift up to 25 lbs. overhead: Infrequent

Exert up to 50 lbs. of force: Frequent

Examples

Transfer 100 lb. non-ambulatory patient => 50 lbs. force

Push 400 lb. patient in wheelchair on carpet => 20 lbs. force

Push patient stretcher one-handed => 25 lbs. force

Vision & Sensory

Maintain corrected vision 20/40 (one or both eyes): Continuous

Recognize objects (near/far): Continuous

Color discrimination: Continuous

Depth perception: Continuous

Peripheral vision: Continuous

Hearing acuity (with correction): Continuous

Tactile sensory function: Continuous

Gross motor with fine motor coordination: Continuous

Selected Positions

Olfactory (smell) function: Continuous

Respirator use qualification: Continuous

Work Environment & Conditions

Effective stress management: Continuous

Rotating shifts: Frequent

Overtime as required: Frequent

Latex-safe environment: Continuous

Equal Opportunity Statement
The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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