Duties and Responsibilities

• Evaluate and assess patients to diagnose musculoskeletal conditions and movement dysfunctions
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s needs 
• Administer therapeutic exercises and manual therapy techniques to improve mobility and function 
• Educate patients and their families on injury prevention, fitness, and home exercise programs 
• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to coordinate comprehensive care 
• Oversee the work of a physical therapy assistant
• Document patient progress, treatment outcomes, and comply with state regulations and reporting requirements 
• Communicate with workers’ compensation carriers on the patient’s progress and ability to return to work 
• Complete disability forms and the State of Indiana 
• Other duties as assigned 

Qualifications: According to Indiana Wesleyan University employment policy all employees must possess a strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement.

Education

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from an accredited program
• Physical therapist license from the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency

Experience

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in an inpatient or outpatient physical therapy clinic
• Fulfill continuing education requirements to maintain licensure

Required Skills

• Problem solving skills; resourcefulness
• Experience with electronic medical records
• Attention to detail
• Excellent organizational, communication and time management skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to take initiative and problem solve without direction
• Stamina and dexterity
• Compassion

IWU Kingdom Diversity Statement

IWU, in covenant with God's reconciling work and in accordance with the Biblical principles of our historic Wesleyan tradition, commits to build a community that reflects Kingdom diversity.  We will foster an intentional environment for living, teaching and learning, which exhibits honor, respect, and dignity.  Acknowledging visible or invisible differences, our community authentically values each member's earthly and eternal worth.  We refute ignorance and isolation and embrace deliberate and courageous engagement that exhibits Christ's commandment to love all humankind.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

As a religious educational institution operating under the auspices of The Wesleyan Church, Indiana Wesleyan University is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (42 U.S.C., Sections 2000e-1 and 2000e-2).

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.