It's more than a career, it's a calling
WI-Agnesian Health Plaza Bldg A
Regular
Job Highlights:
Make a Difference. Grow Your Career. Love Where You Work.
Are you a passionate Physical Therapist looking for more than just a job? Join a nonprofit, mission-driven health system where your expertise is valued, your growth is supported, and your time with patients comes first.
At our organization, we believe exceptional patient outcomes start with exceptional therapists. That's why we prioritize one-on-one patient care and provide the support and resources you need to thrive professionally and personally.
Why Therapists Choose Us
One-on-One Treatment Model
Spend meaningful time with your patients and build the relationships that drive better outcomes.
Mission-Driven, Nonprofit Organization
Be part of a health system focused on serving communities and improving lives.
Collaborative Integrated Health System
Work closely with physicians, advanced practice providers, and interdisciplinary teams to create seamless patient care plans and improve outcomes. Robust Clinical Education & Professional Development
Whether you're early in your career or an experienced clinician, you'll have access to mentorship, continuing education, specialty training, and ongoing clinical support.
Career Growth Opportunities
Advance your career through clinical ladders, advanced specialty certifications, and professional development programs designed to help you reach your goals.
Competitive Compensation & Benefits
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401(k) with employer match
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Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
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Paid time off, wellness support
Beautiful Community & Lifestyle Located in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, you'll enjoy a welcoming community with affordable living, easy access to outdoor recreation, and a strong quality of life. Additional relocation incentives may be available through local community programs.
What You'll Do
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Evaluate and treat patients across a variety of orthopedic, neurologic, sports medicine, and post-surgical conditions with the ability to specialize in area of your interest.
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Develop individualized treatment plans focused on achieving meaningful patient goals.
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Collaborate closely with physicians, rehabilitation specialists, and other healthcare professionals within our integrated health system.
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Utilize evidence-based practice to deliver high-quality patient care.
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Contribute to a culture of clinical excellence, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
What We're Looking For
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Doctorate or Master's degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
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Current or eligible Physical Therapy licensure.
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Passion for delivering exceptional patient-centered care.
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Strong communication and collaboration skills.
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Commitment to clinical excellence and lifelong learning.
Build the Career You Want—Without Sacrificing the Reasons You Became a Therapist.
Join a team where patient care comes first, professional growth is encouraged, and your work makes a lasting impact every day.
Apply today and discover why therapists choose to build their careers with us
Job Summary:
Evaluates and conducts medically prescribed physical therapy treatment programs to treat movement dysfunction and pain resulting from injury, disease, disability, or other health related conditions. Acts as a resource in the department for clinical excellence, educational advancement, quality initiatives and growth and development of students and staff. Meets clinical specialist competencies as needed to maintain specialist designation.
Job Responsibilities and Requirements:
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
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Performs patient-centered therapy services utilizing standard therapy techniques and skills in respective specialty field as appropriate for the condition of the patient.
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Provides consultation for and/or management of patients requiring complex or advanced treatment. Develops appropriate treatment plans based on patient evaluation.
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Educates and counsels patient and family regarding treatment plans and provides information regarding appropriate support programs. Plans and/or assists with patient discharge from physical therapy services.
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Participates in physical therapy process improvement, including tasks related to patient treatment and clinical record documentation.
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Implements, facilitates, and coordinates education programs for department staff. Participates and often leads in-service meetings and other educational meetings.
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Collaborates with therapy leadership to orient, instruct, and mentor therapy staff, students and trainees with most up-to-date clinical practice and evidence-based guidelines.
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Participates in research projects and quality assurance activities as required. Coordinates in-services or clinical excellence activities.
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Communicates and advocates for physical therapy services with other health care professionals, patients, and public stakeholders.
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Engages in community outreach activities to build collaborative partnerships for the promotion of physical therapy services.
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Maintains department-level expectations in the area of productivity and financial stewardship. Provides assistance with the implementation of strategic planning and program development processes.
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Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION
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Bachelor's, Master's or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy, or related as required to obtain licensure in state of practice
EXPERIENCE
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Three years' experience or Graduation from Post Graduate Residency or Fellowship
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
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Constant standing.
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Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
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Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication.
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Frequent use of hearing to distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
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Frequent use of vision for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more).
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Frequent walking, reaching, gripping and keyboard use/data entry.
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Occasional bending, stooping, climbing, kneeling, sitting, squatting, twisting and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
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Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
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Occasional lifting/moving patients.
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Occasional use of vision to judge distances and spatial relationships and to identify and distinguish colors.
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Occasional driving.
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Rare crawling.
REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
State of Work Location: Illinois
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Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
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AND
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Physical Therapist, Licensed - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
State of Work Location: Missouri
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Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
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AND
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Physical Therapist - Missouri Division of Professional Registration
State of Work Location: Oklahoma
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Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
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Physical Therapist - Oklahoma Medical Board
State of Work Location: Wisconsin
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Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
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Physical Therapist (PT) - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services
Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)
Employee
4504000038 SPORTS SPINE
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Benefits:
SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs.
Paid Parental Leave: we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.
Upfront Tuition Coverage: we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.
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SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Click here to learn more.
