Position Summary:
The Physical Therapist is a specially trained member of the health care team that develops and implements individualized treatment programs to maximize the individual’s level of independence and provide the education to achieve and maintain that level.
Education and Training Required:
- Bachelor degree or beyond from an accredited University;
- Licensed in the State of Wisconsin as a Physical Therapist or eligible for licensure.
- BLS Certification required.
Experience:
- Experience with OP orthopedics required.
- Experience with women's health or an interest; vestibular rehab preferred.
Special Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Entry level or advanced level clinical skills.
Must be self-motivated and able to work independently.
Must possess good organizational and time management skills.
Physical Requirements:
Physical Demands:
Frequently stand and walk.
Occasionally lift up to 50 pounds while transferring and positioning patients, performing patient care and maneuvering equipment.
Occasionally push/pull with up to 50 pounds of force for transporting patients and maneuvering equipment.
Occasionally carry up to 50 pounds while performing patient care.
Occasionally climb stairs/ladders/ramps while performing patient care/instruction.
Occasionally balance yourself and/or patients while performing patient care.
Occasionally bend to floor, squat, crouch, reach overhead, handle objects including controls, levers, knobs, and switches while performing patient care.
Occasionally feel, finger, maintain sustained grip and smell while performing patient assessment and care.
