Physical Therapist – Outpatient

Ochsner Health

. Deliver physical therapy treatment through referral or direct to consumer .

Posted 11/4/2026part-timeBay St Louis • Mississippi • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in delivering physical therapy treatments, developing individualized treatment plans, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. Proficient in patient evaluation, documentation, and effective communication within a patient care environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree In Physical TherapyCurrent Physical Therapy LicenseBasic Life Support (BLS)Effective Verbal And Written Communication SkillsPatient Care Environment Experience

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Hard Skills

Patient EvaluationIndividualized Treatment PlansProgress MonitoringDocumentation StandardsProgram DevelopmentCompliance With Regulatory RequirementsDecision-Making SkillsVery Heavy Work Physical Demands

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsFlexibility With SchedulesJudgment Skills

Tools & Technologies

ComputersSoftware ApplicationsWeb-Based Applications

Certifications & Qualifications

Physical Therapy LicenseBasic Life Support (BLS)

Industry Keywords

Patient CareOccupational Exposure RisksAccreditation StandardsFederal And State LawsQuality Metrics

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Deliver physical therapy treatment through referral or direct to consumer
Evaluate patients and develop individualized treatment plans
Assess patient responses to treatment and recommend treatment plan changes
Monitor progress toward treatment goals
Maintain patient records according to documentation standards, policies, and procedures
Attain productivity levels established by administration, including access to care, patient experience, and quality metrics
Assist in program development and enhancement to meet patient and community needs
Adapt behavior, explanations, permissions, and communication style to specific patient populations
Remain knowledgeable about and comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements
Report known or suspected unethical, questionable, safety, privacy, or compliance-related concerns
Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in physical therapy
Current physical therapy license in the state of practice, eligibility for licensure by examination, or reciprocity from another state
Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association
Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications
Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally
Excellent judgment and decision-making skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to remain flexible with fluctuating schedules based on patient demand
Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily
Ability to meet the physical demands of Very Heavy Work
Ability to work in a patient care environment with occupational exposure risks to blood, body fluids, tissue, communicable diseases, hazardous medications, and hazardous waste
Work experience: None required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal Opportunity Employer
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities
Accessible application process and accommodation support