At Barrow Brain and Spine (BBS), we have the best physicians, teammates and operational leaders in the Neurological industry! We are a group of people that are incredibly passionate about building a world-class destination for neurological care as well as employment!

As one of the largest private group practices in the US, BBS is looking for a Physical Therapist to join our Ahwatukee team! In general, the PT will:

• Plans and administers medically prescribed physical therapy treatment for patients suffering from injuries, or muscle, nerve, joint and bone diseases, to restore function, relieve pain, and prevent disability.
• Reviews physician's referral (prescription) and patient's condition and medical records to determine physical therapy treatment required.
• Tests and measures patient's strength, motor development, sensory perception, functional capacity, and respiratory and circulatory efficiency, and records findings to develop or revise treatment programs.
• Plans and prepares written treatment program based on evaluation of patient data.
• Instructs, motivates, and assists patient to perform various physical activities, such as ambulatory functional activities, daily-living activities, and in use of assistant and supportive devices, such as crutches, canes, and prostheses.
• Administers treatments involving application of physical agents, using equipment, such as hydrotherapy tanks and whirlpool baths, moist packs, ultraviolet and infrared lamps, and ultrasound machines.
• Evaluates effects of treatment at various stages and adjusts treatments to achieve maximum benefit.
• Monitors use of electronic modalities and the DRX machine.
• Administers traction to relieve pain, using traction equipment.
• Records treatment, response, and progress in patient's chart or enters information into computer.
• Instructs patient and family in treatment procedures to be continued at home.
• Evaluates, fits, and adjusts prosthetic and orthotic devices and recommends modification to Orthotics.
• Confers with physician and other practitioners to obtain additional patient information, suggests revisions in treatment program, and integrates physical therapy treatment with other aspects of patient's health care.
• May plan and conduct lectures and training programs on physical therapy and related topics for medical staff, students, and community groups.
• Fosters the success of the BBBS Compliance program. Maintains knowledge of and complies with established policies and procedures.
• Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional affiliations.

Education:

• Trained and certified as a physical therapist.
• Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.
• 1-2 years' experience managing as a physical therapist.
• Experience with spine conditions a plus

As a teammate at BBS, your health and wellness matters! We offer:

• Medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, and Life Insurance
• Profit Sharing & 401(k)
• Over 4 weeks of PTO per year to start!
• 8 paid holidays!
• Career growth
• Advanced technology
• And much, much more!

Barrow Brain and Spine is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex or gender, including pregnancy, stereotyping, gender identity, and gender expression, marital status, status of being a married woman, status of being an unmarried woman with children, military personnel status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, status of being a victim of domestic violence or sexual assault, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.