PHYSICAL THERAPIST - BUTTONWOOD

Location : Columbia, Missouri

Shift : Days, Monday through Friday, 10 : 00 AM to 6 : 00 PM

Department : Mizzou Therapy Services - Buttonwood

Salary Range : $68,266 - $111,426 / year

ABOUT THE JOB

MU Health Care is looking for a passionate and dynamic Physical Therapist dedicated to making a meaningful impact on patients' lives.

The ideal candidate thrives on restoring function, improving mobility, and alleviating pain in individuals who have experienced injuries or illnesses.

We seek someone who is not only skilled in advanced therapeutic techniques but also committed to continuous learning and professional development.

If you are motivated by providing exceptional care and eager to uphold the highest standards of ethics and patient-centered treatment, we invite you to join our innovative team.

Embrace this opportunity to grow and contribute in a supportive environment that values excellence and compassion.

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ABOUT MU HEALTH CARE

MU Health Care is a growing academic health system in mid-Missouri comprised of multiple hospitals - including the region's only Level 1 Trauma Center and region's only Children's Hospital - and over 90 specialty clinics located throughout the region.

As an MU Health Care employee, you'll be part of an exceptional team committed to our mission of saving and improving lives.

Our core values of inclusion, respect, service, discovery, responsibility and excellence foster a collaborative work environment where you can grow your career.

Learn more about MU Health Care. Learn more about living in Columbia, MO.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

• Health, vision and dental insurance coverage starting day one
• Generous paid leave and paid time off, including nine holidays
• Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8% and full vesting in three years
• Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%)
• Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels and more

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DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION

• Actively identify and participate in training, education, development activities, and / or supervise Physical Therapy or Physical Therapy Assistant students to improve own knowledge and performance, including acquiring the CEU's needed to maintain state licensure in the State of Missouri.
• Administer treatment that requires the advanced skills of a licensed clinician.
• Complete documentation according to MU Health Care and department guidelines and policies.
• In accordance with physician orders, skillfully provide modalities including, but not limited to, use of heat / cold, electrical simulation, hydrotherapy, ultrasound, manual therapy, casting and spinal traction.
• Maintain standards in accordance with the code of ethics of the APTA and the State of Missouri Practice Act to maintain eligibility for licensure.
• Perform comprehensive patient evaluations in a time sensitive manner. Correlate data from the assessment to determine an individualized physical therapy plan of care directed toward goals based on a developmentally appropriate approach.
• May complete unit / department specific duties and expectations as outlined in department documents. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Physical Therapist (PT) licensure, temporary licensure, or PT limited permit by the Missouri Board of Registration for the Healing Arts or PT Compact multi-state privilege.

When primary state of residency changes, compact state PTs must apply under new state of residency within thirty (30) days.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Additional license / certification requirements as determined by the hiring department. Equal Opportunity Employer

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