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Physical Therapists for our Pediatric and Adult Med Rehab Services
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What they do
A Physical Therapist helps patients with physically disabling conditions or injuries to improve their ability to move and manage their pain. Uses techniques including targeted exercises and massage therapy. Works in conjunction with other healthcare providers to provide rehabilitation to patients after an injury or illness. May specialize in treating certain types of injuries or patients.
$89,827 / year median in Missouri
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Physical Therapist, M-F patient services, Sign On Bonus Offered Under the general direction of the Supervisor performs patient care related tasks. Responsible for assessment and treatment of daily living activities including self-care, assistive devices as well as a strong emphasis on feeding and related oral motor skills, oral aversion and defensiveness. Addresses fine motor skills including motor control, pre-writing, handwriting and bilateral integration. Addresses visual skills include visual perception, visual motor, eye-hand coordination, and ocular motility. Evaluate and treats sensory processing skills in the areas of self-regulation, attention, body awareness, sensory defensiveness, and praxis. Family /primary caregiver training education. Other duties as assigned.
Education:
Masters or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited school required
Experience:
No experience required. Prior hospital or neuro-rehab experience preferred.
WHO WE ARE
As a Kansas City based not-for-profit since 1947, Ability KC builds brighter futures for children and adults with disabilities through medical, educational, and vocational therapeutic services. The depth, breadth, and continuum of expertise within the Ability KC team is internationally recognized through multiple accreditations and more importantly through the achievement of milestones by the individuals and families served. The Ability KC mission and culture is founded upon legacy that continues to innovate and evolve through the connectedness of team, those served, families and caregivers, referral and partner organizations, supporters, volunteers, and community. Ability KC is a designated comprehensive outpatient rehabilitation facility (CORF) since 2002, accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities since 1971 and accreditation with National Association for the Education of Young Children. Ability KC is a leading hub of therapeutic services supporting the continuum of disabilities across ages. From our goal-oriented approach in services to our long-range planning, our teams are continually looking towards building a foundation of success for those we serve and our organization today and into the future. As we look ahead to the next chapter in our history, we envision a more inclusive community that prepares individuals of all varying abilities to fully participate and contribute to our community. We envision communities that are more adaptable, more inclusive, and stronger as individuals and their families' partner with Ability KC for every transition in life.
Our Mission:
Our mission is to build brighter futures for children and adults with disabilities by providing comprehensive educational, vocational and therapeutic services.
Our Culture:
We emphasize the well-being of every individual, ensuring there is meaning in what we do each day, with dedication to quality relationships, security in our finances, vibrancy in our physical and mental health and fervent pride in contributions to our community. Our culture is built on three pillar principles
•make a positive impact every day, embrace legacy and innovation and together we rise.
What We Offer:
Winter Break for Holiday & Family Time! Retirement Benefits Eligible to All Employees Wellness and Care Leave PTO Extended Sick Leave Sabbatical Leave
•For Qualifying Positions We offer a Comprehensive Benefit Package that includes Paid Life Insurance Paid LTD HSA or FSA options We are a Monday
•Friday Outpatient Service Ability KC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Background and post offer drug screenings required.
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Continuing education credits Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location:
In person