Center Physical Therapy Director- Outpatient

Agile Occupational Medicine is looking for Physical Therapists for our Santa Cruz and Watsonville Clinics to fill the role of Center Physical Therapy Director.

This position will see a variety of orthopedic conditions including acute work-related injuries, pre, and post-surgical injuries and conditions, and workplace wellness and injury prevention. The Center Physical therapy Director works with the Center Leadership Team at the assigned Center, and under the direction of the VP of Therapy Services directs the Center's medical policies and programs ensuring the delivery of affordable, efficient, responsible, and accountable occupational healthcare of the highest quality to business, industry, and patients in accordance with Agile’s policies, practices, and procedures.

The therapy division of Agile Occupational Medicine is a growing business emphasizing quality care with the highest standards. The Agile approach is focused on speed of recovery while we keep the patient engaged in the process, with aggressive scheduling and follow-up, getting injured workers back to work and life as soon as possible. You will enjoy state-of-the-art equipment and well-trained staff to assist with providing excellent care. It is important to us that all patients are given the highest quality of care, and we are dedicated to recruiting like-minded individuals to join our team!

Full Job Description

As a Physical Therapist, you will be responsible for providing direct clinical care to patients. You will support the center and patients through a variety of tasks related to patient care management, organization, and communication. The target is to complete all activities accurately, with high quality and in a timely manner.

Specialties: Orthopedics, sports medicine, manual therapy, ergonomics, injury prevention.

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8-hour shift. Day shift- flexible to meet patient and clinic needs.

• Must be a graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Program.
• Must have current California PT License.
• Outpatient experience is preferred but we are willing to train the right candidate. New graduates are welcome to apply.

Job Duties

• Assesses the therapeutic and rehabilitative status of the patient and develops an appropriate treatment plan
• Updates and modifies the treatment plan on an ongoing basis
• Uses clinical reasoning in treating and planning, implementing, and monitoring patient progress
• Instruct and counsel patients effectively in exercises, home programs, and patient education
• Maintain open communication with the patient and referring physician (when applicable) regarding patient's plan of care and progress
• Complete timely and accurate documentation
• Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work
• Knowledge of Physical Therapy office management systems and procedures
• Social perceptiveness and service-oriented
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Proficiency in MS Office and patient management software

Benefits

• Optimal work-life balance with no nights, no weekends, and no holidays requirement to work.
• Training provided to improve occupational medicine knowledge.
• Continuing Education
• 401(k) with Employer Match.
• Medical/Vision/Prescription/Dental Plans.
• Life Insurance/Disability.
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition assistance program