Physical Therapist

Overview

At SCA Health, we believe health care is about people – the patients we serve, the physicians we support and the teammates who push us forward. Behind every successful facility, procedure or innovation is a team of 15,000+ professionals working together, learning from each other and living out the mission, vision and values that define our organization. 

As part of Optum, SCA Health is redefining specialty care by developing more accessible, patient-centered practice solutions for a network of more than 370 ambulatory surgical centers, over 400 specialty physician practice clinics and numerous labs and surgical hospitals. Our work spans a broad spectrum of services, all designed to support physicians, health systems and employers in delivering efficient, value-based care to patients without compromising quality or autonomy.  

What sets SCA Health apart isn’t just what we do, it’s how we do it. Each decision we make is rooted in seven core values: 

• Clinical quality 
• Integrity 
• Service excellence 
• Teamwork 
• Accountability 
• Continuous improvement 
• Inclusion 

Our values aren’t empty words – they inform our attitudes, actions and culture. At SCA Health, your work directly impacts patients, physicians and communities. Here, you’ll find opportunities to build your career alongside a team that values your expertise, invests in your success, and shares a common mission to care for patients, serve physicians and improve health care in America.    

At SCA Health, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your health, well-being, and financial future. Our offerings include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k plan with company match, paid time off, life and disability insurance, and more. Please visit, https://careers.sca.health/why-sca, to learn more about our benefits.

Your ideas should inspire change. If you join our team, they will. 

Responsibilities

The Physical Therapist evaluates and treats patients with musculoskeletal injuries, conditions and disabilities through the use of various physical modalities, therapeutic exercises and therapeutic procedures in accordance with the physician's orders and department policies.

Essential Functions

• Assess, consults with physician, develops plan of care and goals with patient. Provides treatment based on physician’s orders.
• Utilize electronic health records efficiently and effectively to complete evaluations, daily notes and physician progress reports in a timely manner.
• Observes and reassesses the patient’s condition and recommends appropriate changes to the plan of care.
• Instruct patients in home exercise programs.
• Operates within safety, infection and environmental control policies and procedures for physical therapy.
• Fits and instruct in use and dispenses assistive devices appropriately based on patient’s needs to ensure safe ambulation and transfers.
• Fits and instructs patients in the use and care of durable medical equipment as prescribed by the physician and accurately completes paperwork for billing.
• Provide coverage at other SBO locations as needed.
• Stay current in their respective field through reading professional literature and attending continuing education offerings, etc.
• Attend meetings and in-services as required.
• Maintain patient confidentiality.
• Perform related work as required.
• Supervise and review physical therapy assistant treatments and documentation. Co-signs and submit fees slip accurately and in a timely manner.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to communicate clearly in person and on the phone.
• Ability to establish/maintain cooperative relationships with patients, customers, families, therapists, physicians, other team members in the company.
• Ability to multi-task, organize and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Navigate and comprehension of computer software systems in an office setting, prefer 50wpm typing skill.

 Physical/Mental Demands

• Requires range motion within normal limits for spine and all extremities.
• Requires prolonged sitting, standing and walking, as well as frequent forward bending and kneeling. Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and perform patient transfers safely.
• Requires the ability to perform a variety of therapeutic exercises, joint mobilizations and manual resistance for strength testing and training.

Environmental/Working Conditions

• Combination of office and treatment areas.
• Exposure to communicable diseases and other conditions common to a clinic setting.
• Exposure to electrical equipment and cleaning solutions. Frequent contact with staff, patients and visitors.
• Work may be stressful at times. Interactions with others are constant and interruptive.

Qualifications

Education: B.S., M.S., or Ph.D in an accredited physical therapy program. Registered as a physical therapist and licensed in the state of Indiana.

Experience: Minimum of two years physical therapy experience preferred. New graduates are considered.

USD $34.00/Hr. USD $52.88/Hr.