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Physical Therapist
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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.
$88,922 / year median in Utah
+1% projected growth
Job Description
About the Opportunity Our client is a specialized healthcare organization focused on supporting injured federal employees throughout their recovery and workers' compensation journey. The organization works closely with patients, healthcare providers, physicians, case managers, and administrative teams to ensure patients receive appropriate care while navigating the federal workers' compensation process. The clinical environment is centered around patient advocacy, clear communication, thorough documentation, individualized treatment, and helping patients safely recover and return to work. This is an opportunity for a Physical Therapist who enjoys providing quality, individualized care rather than working in a high-volume treatment environment . One of the key differentiators of this role is the ability to provide one-on-one patient care in approximately one-hour treatment sessions , often with patients receiving treatment multiple times per week. Position Overview The Physical Therapist will evaluate and treat injured patients with musculoskeletal, functional, neurological, and work-related conditions. The successful candidate will develop individualized treatment plans, provide hands-on therapy and therapeutic interventions, monitor patient progress, and modify care plans based on clinical needs and physician orders. The Physical Therapist will play an important role in helping patients recover functional abilities, manage pain, improve mobility, and safely return to their normal work and daily activities. Key Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and physical assessments. Develop individualized treatment and rehabilitation plans based on patient needs and physician orders. Provide hands-on physical therapy, therapeutic exercises, modalities, and other appropriate interventions. Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as clinically appropriate. Support patients recovering from musculoskeletal, functional, neurological, and work-related injuries. Provide individualized one-on-one patient care in approximately one-hour treatment sessions. Educate patients on injury prevention, body mechanics, mobility, ergonomics, and home exercise programs. Maintain accurate, timely, and thorough clinical documentation. Follow physician orders and coordinate care appropriately. Collaborate with physicians, case managers, administrative staff, and other healthcare professionals. Support patients throughout their rehabilitation and recovery process. Help patients work toward safe functional recovery and return-to-work goals. Maintain compliance with applicable clinical, documentation, and regulatory requirements. Create a compassionate, patient-centered treatment experience. Patient Population The Physical Therapist will primarily support patients with injuries and conditions related to their work and employment. Experience or interest in the following areas would be beneficial: Work-related injuries Occupational health Workers' compensation cases Musculoskeletal injuries Functional rehabilitation Orthopedic rehabilitation Return-to-work rehabilitation Injury prevention and recovery What Makes This Opportunity Different This role is particularly appealing to a Physical Therapist who values time with patients and individualized treatment .