Level II - Physical Therapist
Carondelet Saint Joseph's Hospital
Tucson, AZ
5x8 hrs

Sign on Bonus: Up to $20k SOB Based on Eligibility

Position Summary 

Provides Outpatient Physical Therapy services to patients/clients including assessment, treatment, program planning and implementation, related documentation and communication.  The Physical Therapist II has mastered basic technical and organizational physical therapy skills. Has skills in evaluating patient responses and uses past experiences and evidence-based practices in providing care and decision- making. There is a focus on outcomes, and care is delivered using a systematic approach. The Physical Therapist II is able to make independent decisions guided by experience, as well as policies and standards. Consults with other members of the healthcare team when necessary.  Maintain acceptable standards of patient care within the clinical area 

• Evaluate and treat patients with orthopedic, neurological, musculoskeletal, and balance disorders in an outpatient setting.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, function, strength, and quality of life.
• Assess and treat vestibular conditions, including BPPV, dizziness, vertigo, imbalance, and vestibular hypofunction using evidence-based rehabilitation techniques.
• Provide therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, gait training, balance training, and functional mobility interventions.
• Educate patients and caregivers on diagnoses, treatment plans, home exercise programs, and injury prevention strategies.
• Monitor patient progress, modify treatment plans as needed, and maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation.
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient outcomes and ensure high-quality care.

• Minimum Requirements 
  • Experience: 1 year experience as a licensed Physical Therapist working in the field of Physical Therapy  
  • Licensure/Certifications: Valid, current license- AZ  State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners. CPR-BLS 
• Preferred Requirements 
  • Education: Doctorate in Physical Therapy  
  • Experience: Prior patient exposure in area of practice 

 
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