Physical Therapist

Company: Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare
Location: State University
Posted on: May 30, 2025

Job Description:

If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we embrace the Power of One! -We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we've served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South. -The Physical Therapist is responsible for planning and providing physical therapy treatment for patients in accordance with professional and Methodist Healthcare standards of treatment. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. -Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence.A Brief OverviewThe Physical Therapist is responsible for planning and providing physical therapy treatment for patients in accordance with professional and Methodist Healthcare standards of treatment. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.What you will doPerforms initial patient assessment.Implements patient treatments based on assessment and written plan.Provides ongoing patient assessment through observation of patient and review of records.Identifies patient specific physical therapy rehabilitation learning needs and provides appropriate initiative in identifying opportunities for self-development and enhancement of professional competency.Education/Formal Training RequirementsBachelor's Degree Physical TherapyWork Experience RequirementsNo prior work experienceLicenses and Certifications RequirementsPhysical Therapist - Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Physical TherapyKnowledge, Skills and AbilitiesAbility to understand and prepare moderately complex written materials, such as patient records.Ability to communicate verbally with Associates, physicians and other outside professionals.Ability to work without close supervision and to exercise independent judgment.Ability to organize multiple tasks and projects and maintain control of work flow.Supervision Provided by this PositionThere are no supervisory responsibilities assigned to this position. May provide guidance and direction to therapy assistants.Physical DemandsThe physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion.Must have good balance and physical requirements of this position are: medium work - exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 25 lbs. of force frequently.The Associate is required to have close visual acuity including color, depth perception, and field of vision to perform an activity, such as assessing patients, preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading.Frequent invasive and non-invasive patient contact.Exposure to patient body fluids as well as exposure to hazardous or poisonous to react quickly to emergency Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity.Education: Bachelor's Degree: Physical Therapy (Required)Work Experience: No prior work experienceCertifications: Physical Therapist
- Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Physical TherapyBoasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community.By applying, you consent to your information being transmitted by College Recruiter to the Employer, as data controller, through the Employer's data processor SonicJobs.See Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare Privacy Policy at and SonicJobs Privacy Policy at us/privacy-policy and Terms of Use at us/terms-conditions

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