Physical Therapy Resident - Orthopedics
Physical Therapy Resident - Orthopedics
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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/ needs which may include early late or Saturday schedules.Entity
Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)Worker Type
EmployeeWorker SubType
RegularCost Center
CC000702 CHS Therapy Occupational / Physical Clinic West Ashley (Offsite)Pay Rate Type
SalaryPay Grade
Health30Scheduled Weekly Hours
40Work Shift
Job Description
The Physical Therapy Resident is a postgraduate physical therapist participating in a clinical residency program. They work under the direction of the clinical residency program director and Rehab 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. Evaluates administers and directs administration of therapeutic procedures to patients recovering from injury disease surgery or other ailments as prescribed by a referring practitioner establishes goals of physical therapy and reassesses patients progress at regular timely intervals and supporting findings with appropriate documentation. This job classification is required to care for patients of all ages. May direct support staff in assisting with treatment.
Job tasks may include:
Consultation and Assessment including:
o Consulting with patients to understand their physical condition symptoms and medical history.
o Assessing and interpreting patient evaluations and test results.
o Developing personalized treatment plans using a variety of treatment techniques .
Treatment Planning and Implementation including:
o Creating individualized rehab programs for patients.
o Utilizing various treatment methods such as therapeutic exercises manual therapy and modalities (e.g.
heat cold ultrasound).
o Educating and Coaching patients on therapeutic exercises and stretches to improve their condition .
Providing HandsOn Therapy and Pain Management techniques including:
o Manual therapy joint mobilizations soft tissue mobilization etc.
Maintaining patients electronic medical record including:
o Maintaining accurate patient records tracking goals and progress.
o Documenting adaptations to treatment plans based on patient response and changing needs.
o Advising patients and their families on inhome treatment options and recovery expectations and appropriately
documenting education.
Additional Job Description
Qualifications outlined per residency program guidelines.If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals you will enjoy your career with us!
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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