The Physical Therapist will evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with physical impairments, functional limitations, injuries, and chronic conditions in a community health setting.
The ideal candidate is committed to improving health outcomes for underserved and diverse populations through evidence-based care, patient education, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Requirements
Essential Duties and Responsibilities- Conduct comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans.
- Provide therapeutic interventions including exercise therapy, manual therapy, neuromuscular re-education, gait training, balance training, and pain management techniques.
- Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as clinically appropriate.
- Educate patients and caregivers regarding treatment plans, home exercise programs, injury prevention, wellness, and self-management strategies.
- Document evaluations, progress notes, treatment plans, and discharge summaries in the electronic health record (EHR) in a timely and accurate manner.
- Collaborate with primary care providers, behavioral health clinicians, care coordinators, and other interdisciplinary team members to support whole-person care.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives, care coordination activities, and population health programs.
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state, payer, and FQHC regulatory requirements.
- Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA standards.
- Support organizational goals related to access, quality, patient satisfaction, and health equity.
- Participate in community outreach, patient education events, or wellness programs as needed.
Required Qualifications- Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from an accredited physical therapy program.
- Current and unrestricted Physical Therapist license in the state of [Insert State].
- Current CPR/BLS certification.
- Strong clinical assessment and treatment skills.
- Experience documenting in an electronic health record system.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to serving culturally diverse and underserved populations.
Preferred Qualifications- Minimum of one (1) year of outpatient or community health experience.
- Experience working in an FQHC, community health center, or integrated care environment.
- Bilingual skills preferred ([Insert Language], especially Spanish).
- Experience with chronic disease management, orthopedics, pediatrics, geriatrics, or neurologic rehabilitation preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities- Knowledge of evidence-based physical therapy practices and rehabilitation techniques.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to establish rapport with patients from diverse socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.
- Understanding of trauma-informed and patient-centered care principles.
- Familiarity with value-based care and population health concepts preferred.
Physical Demands and Work Environment- Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and assist patients throughout the workday.
- May require lifting or transferring patients up to [Insert Weight Requirement] pounds with appropriate assistance.
- Work is performed in a clinical outpatient environment with frequent patient interaction.
BenefitsAMH offers a competitive compensation and benefits package that may include:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and holidays
- Retirement plan with employer contribution
- Continuing education assistance
- License and certification reimbursement
- Malpractice coverage
- Eligibility for loan repayment programs, including NHSC (if applicable)
Salary Description
83K/year
