About the role
Department:
Physical Therapy Clinic
Job Description:
This position may be filled as a Level 1, 2, or 3 depending on specific education, experience, and license requirements.
Location: This position is based on-site at the OU Stephenson Cancer Center in Norman, OK
General Summary
Performs a range of Physical Therapy interventions including evaluation, planning, and implementation of individualized treatment plans for patients.
Essential Responsibilities
Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position.
- Interprets routine provider referrals, evaluates patients, identifies functional limitations, and formulates individualized treatment plans with regular assessment of progress.
- Ensures compliance with system-wide, local, state, and federal regulatory requirements by applying relevant standards and best practices.
- Educates patients and their families about their condition, treatment plan, and strategies for home management.
- Collaborates with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care.
- Attends departmental meetings.
General Responsibilities
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Education Requirements
- Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy (graduates pre 2020 may have a Bachelor's or a Master's degree) or equivalent degree for foreign graduates.
Experience Requirements
- No experience required.
License/Certification/Registration Requirements
- Current license from the Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision as a Physical Therapist OR possess a valid Physical Therapy Compact Privilege in accordance with Physical Therapy Compact Commission (PTCC) and Oklahoma state regulations.
- Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Working knowledge of equipment, supplies, Home Exercise Programs (HEP), and discharge instructions to facilitate a safe discharge plan.
- Ability to synthesize information from multiple sources and identify relevant clinical data.
- Communicates effectively with patients and caregivers, considering cultural and language needs.
- Ability to establish and maintain integrity and trust with patients by advocating in the patient’s best interest.
- Proficient written and oral communication skills characterized by candor, empathy, compassion, openness, integrity, and ability to be diplomatic.
- Demonstrates independence and teamwork while maintaining professionalism and civility.
- Proficient in electronic documentation and digital tools (e.g., EMR, Microsoft Office, cloud-based platforms).
- Promotes an inclusive workplace that values diversity and equity.
- Shows dedication to continuous learning through internal and external educational opportunities.
OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.
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