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Physical Therapist - Milwaukee, WI - PRN
Our Physical Therapists help patients improve their mobility, manage pain, and regain functionality following an injury, surgery, or illness. The ideal candidate will assess patients' conditions, create personalized treatment plans, and guide them through rehabilitative exercises and therapies, with a focus on Neuro. Physical therapists evaluate each patient's situation by assessing their range of motion, strength, and pain levels to identify the underlying causes of their limitations.
Roshal Health was founded over 20 years ago by a Clinical Professional who wanted to create a company with both the patient and the Technologist in mind, providing more time for our patients and a better work/life balance for our Technologists. Since our beginnings we have focused on transforming the way clinical services are sourced and delivered.
Roshal Health is a national company with clients and clinical employees spanning all 50 states, offering both local and travel opportunities.
Top 5 Reasons our employees love working here:
- Work that fits into your life — not the other way around: Reclaim your schedule for what matters most
- Security: W2 Employment with PTO & Full Benefits - benefits are available to all full-time & most part-time employees
- Daily Variety: Work with patients of all ages across multiple facilities
- Professional Development: Additional Training Programs and a clear path to career growth
- Culture: We’ve built a culture where people are trusted to work independently, supported to succeed, and encouraged to enjoy meaningful work together.
Physical Therapist Requirements:
- Over 1 year of experience in a clinical or hospital setting
- Experience in Neuro is highly preferred; experience in another specialized area such as orthopedic, pediatric, geriatric, or sports therapy is a plus
- Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree or equivalent from an accredited institution
- Current and active license to practice as a Physical Therapist in the state in which the job is located
- Valid Driver’s License
- BLS/CPR Certification
- Professionalism and strong interpersonal communication skills
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
- Compassionate and patient-centered approach to therapy
- Pass all necessary health requirements for hospital employment, including drug screen and background check
- Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR) systems and documentation standards
- Ability to use mobile phone devices & applications
Other Requirements:
- Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, and biomechanics to accurately assess movement and function.
- Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment.
- Must be able to act calmly and effectively in busy, stressful or emergency situations.
- Ability to communicate effectively in the English language in person, by phone and in writing.
- Requires public contact with client patients, client staff, and doctors, requiring considerable interpersonal skill, professionalism, and customer service.
- Requires adherence to all policies and procedures, including standards for safety, attendance, punctuality and personal appearance.
Skills:
- Ability to use therapeutic exercise equipment, assistive devices, and modalities safely and effectively.
- Ability to maintain quality control standards.
- Ability to work independently with minimal to no supervision, and as part of an interdisciplinary team.
- Ability to multi-task efficiently and effectively.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff at client facilities, management and peers.
- Maintain the mental acuity, situational awareness, and decision-making ability necessary to safely and effectively perform all essential duties of the Physical Therapist position, including patient assessment, treatment planning, prioritization, and communication with the care team.
- Demonstrate the physical capability to safely lift and move 20 pounds independently and to assist with patient positioning, transfer, and mobility activities as required to provide physical therapy safely and effectively. (see physical requirements)
- Strong organizational, interpersonal, and time management skills including the ability to manage interactions with people in difficult, stressful situations.
- Excellent communication skills.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged standing and walking while treating patients and moving between patient rooms, departments, and care settings.
- Frequent bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, and sitting during evaluations, treatment, and exercise demonstration.
- Lifting and carrying equipment and supplies of up to 20 pounds.
- Regular pushing and pulling of therapy equipment, wheelchairs, and other medical equipment.
- Assisting and guarding patients during transfers, gait training, balance activities, and therapeutic exercise, including patients with limited mobility.
- Repetitive hand and upper-extremity movements, manual dexterity, and hand-eye coordination for manual therapy and operating equipment.
- Physical endurance to treat multiple patients throughout the workday.
- Ability to safely maneuver around patients, equipment, and other obstacles in a variety of environments, including patients’ homes.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations to assess strength, range of motion, balance, coordination, posture, and muscle performance.
- Develop individualized treatment plans based on evaluation results and clinical guidelines.
- Administer manual therapy, therapeutic exercises, and other modalities such as ultrasound, electrical stimulation, and heat/cold therapy.
- Educate patients and their families on techniques for continued recovery, injury prevention, and healthy lifestyle practices.
- Monitor patient progress, adjust treatments as needed, and maintain accurate documentation in compliance with professional standards and regulations.
- Collaborate with physicians, occupational therapists, athletic trainers, and other healthcare professionals.
- Supervise and instruct physical therapy assistants or aides when applicable.
- Ensure a safe and clean treatment environment in compliance with client’s standards.
- Follow prescribed safety standards in operating equipment.
- Stay updated with current physical therapy practices, research, and innovations.
- Perform other duties, as assigned.
Roshal Imaging Services LLC is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, or another protected status under federal, state, or local laws.
