Doctor's of Physical Therapy is hiring, and offering a sign-on bonus!
Full-time Licensed and Certified ATC to provide High School sports medicine
outreach for Ankeny Community School District. Qualified candidate will with
work closely with incumbent ATC to expand event and training room coverage
for growing High School and Middle School programs.
This position will average 40 hours/week. Candidate will provide afternoon and evening High School and/or Middle School event coverage, daily training room and practice coverage. Must be skilled in injury assessment and first aid care, possess exceptional verbal and written communication skills, and work effectively with all members of the Athletics Department. Candidates will work daily to communicate athlete status to coaches, parents, and school nurse and coordinate necessary referrals with physicians, specialists, and physical therapy.
New grads are welcome to apply!
Who we are:
Doctors of Physical Therapy is owned and operated by a physical therapist,
with the main goal to consistently help patients achieve faster, long term
relief. It is our dedication to excellent patient care that will sustain our
reputation and help us improve the lives of thousands of patients.
Full time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that
includes:

Salary 47k and up
Medical Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Sign On Bonus
Attainable Bonus Program
PTO
Paid Holidays
Mentorships

Position Purpose:
This position is responsible for the evaluation and progression of
treatment of patients of all ages and abilities suffering from injuries or
illnesses affecting physical functionality.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Point of contact for school based programs and contact for services within
those contracts. Effective at building positive referral relationships with the coaches, program and physician offices through timely communication with all parties.
Administers concussion protocol for school athletes including identification of signs/symptoms including effective communication with player, coaches, parents, nurses, and physicians. This includes return-to-play criteria set by the state athletic association.
Identifies which athletic injuries are appropriate for physical therapy referral
Documentation of treatment and communication to ensure excellent outcomes for that patient population
Reviews physician's referral (prescription) and patient's condition and
Tests and measures patient's strength, motor development, sensory
Understand the unique features, rules, and regulations, of the Workers
Understand Doctors of Physical Therapy's lines of service, how to perform
Plans and prepares written treatment program based on evaluation of
Instructs, motivates, and assists patient to perform various physical
Administers treatments involving application of physical agents, using
Evaluates effects of treatment at various stages and adjusts treatments to
Records treatment, response, and progress in patient's chart and
Instructs patient and family in treatment procedures to be continued at
Completes all required patient documentation, charging and
Confers with physician and other practitioners to obtain additional patient
Performs other position-related duties as assigned, depending on

Other Responsibilities

Complete required company orientation
Follow clinic and OSHA safety rules and procedures
Uphold HIPAA regulations
Punctual and dependent for assigned shifts

Working Conditions
Evening and weekend work may be required in order to fit patient
schedules. The job is physically demanding. Athletic Trainers are
required to stand for long periods of time. They spend considerable time
stooping, kneeling, bending and crouching. ATCs move heavy
equipment. They assist with patient transfers and lifts or help them turn,
stand or walk. Must follow proper body mechanics and procedures for lifting/moving patients.