Physical Therapist - Specializing in Hand Therapy

Medical Associates Physical Therapy department is seeking a full-time PT who will also specialize in hand therapy to join their team!

Medical Associates provides therapy in 3 locations: Dubuque, Iowa; Galena, Illinois; and Platteville, Wisconsin. This position is located at the West Campus, Dubuque location.

Medical Associates Clinic:

• Mutlispecialty clinic with shared EMR system
• Full, comprehensive orthopedic department located on the same floor including physical medicine and physical therapy

Schedule: full-time, Mon-Fri 

Qualifications:
Physical Therapy license and openness to continue development in hand therapy training.

Position Details:

• Caseload will be 50-75% hand therapy, 25-50% general outpatient orthopedics with emphasis on sports medicine rehab.
• Examine and evaluate patient's functional limitations, plan and implement an intervention program to recover function.
• Plan, interpret, and implement specific therapy treatment programs for patients including splint fabrication.
• Educate patients and families in proper care including any medical necessities and exercise programs.
• Work in coordination with medical team members on patient care issues including chart review, reports on patient progress and contributing, updating and maintaining accurate patient documentation.
• Charge patients according to established procedures and communicate with third-party payers for reimbursement of services.
• Comply with Clinic policy and procedures.
• Complete all other assigned projects and duties.

Full benefits package includes:

• Health Insurance and Dental Coverage with discounted premium rates for wellness program participation
• Continuing education time and reimbursement. Licensure costs are also reimbursed!
• 401k with immediate matching (50% on the dollar up to 7% of pay + additional annual Profit Sharing)
• Medical & Dependent Care Flex Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off (accrue up to 29 days/year) + additional CEU time off and allowance

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Experience: Three years to five years of similar or related experience.

Education: Equivalent to a college degree and a professional certificate or a graduate degree. Must be a licensed PT. Hand certification is not required.

Interpersonal Skills: The ability to motivate or influence others is a material part of the job, requiring a significant level of diplomacy and trust. Obtaining cooperation (internally and/or externally) is an important part of the job.