Job Description:

OU Health Services is the ambulatory care facility on the Norman campus providing primary care services to students, faculty, staff, and dependents. We provide in-house medical laboratory and x-ray services, have a physical therapy department, and a full-service pharmacy. 

What's in it for you: In addition to your salary (shown above), you will have access to a generous benefits package that includes:

• 14 holidays each year and 18 - 22 hours of earned PTO per month.


• Insurance plans for you and your family


• Retirement options that require no contributions from the employee


• And much more!

POSITION INFORMATION: Responsible for providing care, prevention, and treatment/rehabilitation of injuries.

• Evaluates patient response to treatment and makes recommendations on changes in treatment plan as required.


• Maintains records concerning treatment/interventions provided, including both subjective and objective data and maintains adequate, up-to-date progress notes on each patient treated, assuring appropriate changes are made and recording treatment.


• Plans, conducts, and evaluates physical therapy treatment/intervention programs and activities.


• Interprets physical therapy referrals and determines appropriate evaluation procedures.


• Makes recommendations concerning standardized treatment or interventions based on medical indications and interprets results of tests and objective findings.


• Proposes treatment/intervention plan in conjunction with other team members, including short and long-term goals, frequency, and duration.


• Completes patient assessments related to various physical skills and functional abilities, including neuromuscular, coordination, strength, balance, ambulation, self-care and education, and provides treatment and interventions according to the results of the evaluation.


• Assists physical therapy department manager in the training and supervision of support staff, fitting/application of bracing and supplies, and other duties as assigned for efficient daily operation of the clinic. 

Required Education: Bachelor's degree, AND: 

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  18 months of experience in physical therapy field

  
  

Skills:

• Able to communicate well and build rapport quickly with students, faculty, and staff


• Basic computer skills


• Detailed oriented for accuracy of data and information


• Highly organized and able to handle multiple projects and deadlines


• Strong initiative to solve problems

Certifications:

• Must be registered as a physical therapist with the Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision or eligible for registration and holding a temporary permit to practice.
  
  

Advertised Physical Requirements:

• May lift, carry or move up to 50 pounds. May need to climb, crouch, crawl or bend to check equipment.


• May have regular exposure to disagreeable conditions including odors and hazardous chemicals.

Departmental Preferences:

• None

Special Instructions: If you are selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy.  To view the policy, visit https://hr.ou.edu/Policies-Handbooks/TB-Testing.

Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma: The University of Oklahoma fosters an inclusive culture of respect and civility, belonging, and access, which are essential to our collective pursuit of excellence and our determination to change lives. The unique talents, perspectives, and experiences of our community enrich the learning, and working environment at OU, inspiring us to harness our innovation, creativity, and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University of Oklahoma, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes, but is not limited to, admissions, employment, financial aid, housing, services in educational programs or activities, and health care services that the University operates or provides.

 

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