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Physical Therapist - Full Time - Wolf River

West Cancer Center

Skills

Required

  • patient records
  • re-evaluate physical therapy needs

Preferred

  • physical therapy
  • Implement patient treatments
  • Provide ongoing patient assessment

Physical Therapist

The Physical Therapist is responsible for planning and providing physical therapy treatment for patients in accordance with professional and West Cancer Center standards of treatment. This position models appropriate behavior as exemplified in our Mission, Vision, and Values.

About West Cancer Center

At West Cancer Center, we are committed to providing exceptional, patient-centered cancer care through collaboration, compassion, and clinical excellence. Our supportive care team works together to help patients improve their physical function, mobility, and overall quality of life throughout their care.

If you are a compassionate Physical Therapist dedicated to helping patients improve their mobility, physical function, and independence, we encourage you to apply for the Physical Therapist position at West Cancer Center and become part of our supportive care team.

Responsibilities

Perform initial patient assessments

  • Implement patient treatments based on assessment and written plan
  • Provide ongoing patient assessment through observation of the patient and review of records
  • Identify patient-specific physical therapy rehabilitation learning needs and provide appropriate education
  • Demonstrate initiative in identifying opportunities for self-development and enhancement of professional competency
  • May provide guidance and direction to therapy assistants

Requirements

  • Graduate from a school of Physical Therapy accredited by CAPTE
  • Licensed as a Physical Therapist in the state where work is performed
  • Ability to understand and prepare moderately complex written materials, such as patient records
  • Ability to communicate verbally with associates, physicians, and other outside professionals
  • Ability to work without close supervision and exercise independent judgment
  • Ability to organize multiple tasks and projects and maintain control of workflow
  • Ability to assess patient needs, develop and implement treatment plans, and re-evaluate physical therapy needs

Preferred

  • Oncology experience
  • Credential/Licensure

Benefits

  • Play a direct role in supporting patients through one of the most challenging times of their lives.
  • Work alongside a multidisciplinary team of dedicated professionals committed to improving cancer care.
  • Benefit from ongoing training, educational resources, and growth opportunities.
  • Be part of an organization guided by compassion, integrity, and innovation.
  • No nights, weekends, or holidays. Comprehensive benefits package.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

Physical activities may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion

Must have good balance and coordination

Medium work requiring exertion of up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 25 pounds of force frequently

Close visual acuity, including color, depth perception, and field of vision, is required for activities such as assessing patients, preparing and analyzing data and figures, transcribing, viewing a computer terminal, and extensive reading

Frequent invasive and non-invasive patient contact

Exposure to patient body fluids as well as hazardous or poisonous materials

Ability to react quickly to emergency situations

Why West Cancer Center is a Great Place to Work