What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist - South Carolina position at Arthrex?
Requisition ID : 61482 Title : Physical Therapist - South Carolina Division : Arthrex Manufacturing Inc (US02) Location : Pendleton, SC
Arthrex, Inc. is a global medical device company and a leader in new product development and medical education in orthopedics. Arthrex Manufacturing Inc. is actively searching for a Physical Therapist for the Pendleton, SC location. Join our talented team at a global medical device company focused on Helping Surgeons Treat Their Patients Better™
Main Objective :
The Physical Therapist works under the direction of the Manager of Physical Rehabilitation to promote the mission through a variety of methods. This position interacts daily with Arthrex employees and people leaders, collaborating regularly with the on-site medical clinic, employee wellness program, occupational health program and Environmental Health & Safety Department to identify preventable workplace risks, implement strategies to minimize injuries and improve overall employee health and safety. The position can also provide medically prescribed on-site physical therapy for Arthrex employees to restore function, alleviate pain, and prevent disabilities.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities :
- Identifies workplace and behavioral risks that lead to injury and compensation claims and provide solutions to prevent workplace injuries.
- Collaborates with Workers Compensation Program to review injuries and provide job function solutions to minimize lost work time and reduce the risk of repeat injuries.
- Collaborates with the Workers Compensation Program and other Arthrex departments to identify musculoskeletal injury trends. Develops and implements programs to reduce both chronic and acute workplace injuries.
- Collaborates with Environmental Health and Safety team to provide workplace ergonomic education and assessments. Assessments may include balance testing, functional movement analysis, postural assessment, range of motion testing and flexibility / strength measurements as well as functional capacity evaluations or work hardening programs.
- Collaborates with the Arthrex Medical Centers and external referring providers to provide therapy services, facilitate patient compliance with prescribed therapy plans and develop new programs and services.
- Completes discharge planning and return to work plans including but not limited to work limitations and modifications for employees by consulting with Arthrex medical clinic staff and other healthcare professionals.
- Collaborates with other Arthrex Wellness Center employees to facilitate employee engagement and participation in well-being programs.
- Presents education to individual employees and groups on a variety of wellness topics, including in-service training programs for staff development.
- Encourages development of new program ideas and educate appropriate staff on new programs.
- Adheres to the policies on infection control and maintaining a clean and safe work environment.
- Complies with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements by studying existing and new legislation; anticipate future legislation; enforce adherence to requirements; advise management on needed actions.
Secondary Duties and Responsibilities :
Education and Experience :
Knowledge and Skill Requirements / Specialized Courses and / or Training :
Physiological Knowledge, Health Promotion and Maintenance, Creating a Safe, Effective Environment, Motivating Others, Legal Compliance, Quality Focus, Clinical Skills, Pain Management, PCs, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Teams
Arthrex Benefits
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
Making People Better at Arthrex
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Job Details
Date : Dec 13, 2024
Requisition ID : 61482
Salary Range : USD 70000 - 135000
Job title : Physical Therapist - South Carolina
Arthrex
Location :
Salary : $70,000 - $135,000
