Physical Therapist - Outpatient
Tucson, Arizona
Apex Network Physical Therapy

Physical Therapist - Outpatient

Location: Tucson, Arizona
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Day (5 days/week, 8 hours/day, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM)
Hours per Week: 40

Job Description

• Evaluate and treat various physical therapy patients per physician’s referral or direct access.
• Establish and supervise physical therapy assistants following a PT plan of care.
• Evaluate and treat injured workers; understand ACOMP systems for safe Return to Work plans.
• Utilize modalities and exercise equipment available in the facility.
• Perform post-offer testing such as WorkSTEPS or APET.
• Conduct Work Hardening Evaluations or Functional Capacity Evaluations.
• Perform ergonomic evaluations or job analysis.
• Supervise cleaning and organizational tasks, directing PT technicians.
• Manage phone calls, schedule patient visits, and handle referrals as needed.
• Use billing codes appropriately for various payer types.
• Provide weekly updates to rehab nurses on patient progress.
• Maintain communication with referring physicians through timely evaluation and progress notes.
• Maintain all licensure requirements in good standing for the state of employment.
• Keep employee information current for limited liability insurance coverage.
• Maintain a professional attitude with patients, doctors, case managers, insurance representatives, and other contacts.
• Assist marketing efforts by developing relationships with referral sources and supporting educational programs.
• Market services to industries, doctors, case managers, and other contacts when patient load allows.
• Participate actively in community events or organizations representing the employer.
• Willingness to perform additional tasks outside the job description as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Physical Therapist license in Arizona
• Minimum 1 year of Physical Therapist experience within the last year
• Experience in an outpatient setting