Physical Therapist (PT)

• Role: Physical Therapist (PT)
• Location: Ada, OK
• Position: Full Time + Benefits

Must Have

• Must have a degree from an accredited Physical Therapy program.
• Must have a Physical Therapist License in state of Oklahoma.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) or able to obtain within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

1. Patient Evaluation & Assessment

• Review medical history and physician referrals
• Assess strength, range of motion, balance, posture, coordination, and gait
• Identify functional limitations and pain levels
• Use standardized assessment tools and tests

2. Treatment Planning & Goal Setting

• Develop individualized treatment plans based on diagnosis
• Establish measurable short-term and long-term goals
• Modify plans based on patient progress and response

3. Therapeutic Exercise Programs

Design and Supervise Exercises to Improve

• Strength
• Flexibility
• Endurance
• Progress exercises as patient improves

4. Manual Therapy Techniques

Perform Hands-on Treatments Such As

• Joint mobilization
• Soft tissue manipulation
• Stretching techniques

5. Mobility & Functional Training

• Train patients in walking (gait training)
• Assist with transfers (bed, chair, standing)
• Improve balance and coordination
• Teach use of assistive devices (walkers, crutches, canes)

6. Pain Management & Rehabilitation

Reduce pain using therapeutic techniques and modalities

Rehabilitate Patients After

• Surgery (e. g., joint replacement)
• Injuries (fractures, sprains)
• Neurological conditions (stroke, spinal cord injury)

7. Injury Prevention & Education

• Educate on proper posture and body mechanics
• Provide ergonomic advice
• Teach prevention strategies to avoid re-injury

8. Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Work with physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, and other healthcare professionals

Coordinate care and discharge planning

9. Patient & Family Education

Instruct patients on home exercise programs

Train caregivers on safe patient handling techniques

10. Early Mobilization (Acute Care)

Encourage movement as early as medically safe

Prevent complications like muscle loss, blood clots, and deconditioning

11. Documentation & Compliance

Maintain accurate records of evaluations, treatments, and outcomes

Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and insurance requirements

12. Assistive Devices & Equipment

Recommend and train patients in using braces, orthotics, or prosthetics