Physical Therapist (Bilingual)

Bilingual Physical Therapist - New Grads Welcome!

Medix Healthcare

Tucson, AZ 85713/85745

$80-$100k Annual Salary - Direct Hire

Qualifications

• DPT Degree or Equivalent in Physical Therapy (from an accredited PT based program)
• Bilingual (English & Spanish)
• Active License by the AZ Board of Physical Therapy Examiners (or the ability to obtain one)
• Active BLS Certification

Full Job Description

Are you a seasoned Physical Therapist, or new graduate of a PT Program looking to provide patient-centered services? We are looking to hire an FTE Therapist to join our movement in enhancing quality and affordable care to the geriatric population. Get your career started with us today by applying!

What we provide to you as a full-time teammate:

We offer a competitive benefits package that is on par with most of the leading healthcare organizations, along with a 401K plan. Apply today if you are interested in getting your name in the mix!

Requirements

Summary: The Physical Therapist will primarily focus on optimizing movement and function to improve clinical outcomes, recover from injury, manage pain, and increase patient and provider satisfaction.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Include the following, other duties may be assigned.

• Conducting thorough evaluations of patients using clinical observation and standardized testing to identify physical therapy needs
• Developing individualized, evidence-based care plans to improve overall function and participation in daily life
• Providing patient-centered education to improve movement and physical activity for prevention and treatment.

• Utilizing technology to provide additional support and resources to patients and their caregivers.
• Providing virtual physical therapy and house calls for high-risk patients.
• Ensuring proper use of equipment and instruction of patients and caregivers on safe handling to promote optimal function and recovery.
• Supervising and offering direction to PTAs and PT interns.
• Collaborating with interdisciplinary care teams, patients, and/or caregivers to identify and develop patient-specific therapy goals.
• Ensuring patients have a positive experience by providing an elevated level of service promptly, professionally, and empathetically.
• Assisting in the development and presentation of educational materials for patients and providers.
• Participating in quality improvement programs and initiatives driven by clinical needs.
• Understanding the organization's clinical programs, identifying practice opportunities, and integrating programs and resources into practice workflows to optimize the patient experience, improve quality of care, and positively impact resource utilization.

Expectations of Performance: The employee in this role shall be considered to be performing in an acceptable manner when carrying out the Core Values:

• Adaptability
• Patience
• Team Player
• Passionate About Value-Based Healthcare

Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of basic office equipment such as: "EMR" - (electronic medical record system), Microsoft Office, computer, internet, email, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Medical insurance
• AD&D
• Short and long term disability
• PTO
• Critical Illness

Schedule:

• M-F, 8am-5pm
• One 1/2 day from home per week to complete charting