Licensed Physical Therapist - Fire Department Occupational Clinic
About The Position
Valor Healthcare is a veteran- and physician-led provider of healthcare services for deserving, resilient patriots – including those who serve or have served in the military as well as those who devote their careers to government service. We aim to deliver high-quality care in a way that upholds the health of our nation’s greatest asset: its people. Valor works hard to earn the trust of those who have faith in us to care for them with respect and through methods that lead to superior clinical outcomes. This contract will provide occupational medicine health services and electronic health records management for sworn staff from both the City of Phoenix (City) Fire and Police Departments as well as public safety personnel assigned to other jurisdictions throughout the region who have contracted with Phoenix Fire Department Health and Wellness Center (PFDHWC) for these services. Incumbents encouraged to apply! Valor is different because of our people. Our leadership team is comprised of veterans, clinicians, and business leaders dedicated to providing exceptional care and world-class patient experience. Many of our colleagues have patriots in their families or are patriots themselves, building a company culture and commitment to customer service that is second to none. Location: 50 S. 12th St., Phoenix, AZ 85034. PFDHWC Clinic hours: 7:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 12:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, with a 30-minute lunch period. Position Summary Performs physical examination followed by development and implementation of a plan of care with full-service treatment for work-related injuries of firefighters. Interface and collaborate with the PFDHWC medical team and referring physicians regarding firefighters’ overall plan of care, reassessments, and work status/goals. Interface(s) with PFD’s Academy regarding fitness and conditioning, injury prevention. Coordinate fitness equipment delivery for Physical Therapy and fire stations. Prepares and presents educational materials to firefighters on current health trends in strength training, fitness, conditioning, flexibility, nutrition and treatment techniques. Participate in data collection and analysis of injuries to reduce prevalence and severity of injury within the fire service and present relevant information to the fire community.
Requirements
- Licensed Physical Therapist in State of Arizona.
- Five years’ experience as a Physical Therapist in an outpatient sports medicine/orthopedic clinic.
- Current BLS certification.
- Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with clinicians, patients and other healthcare providers.??
- This job is CONTINGENT upon contract award, client approval, completion of a favorable background investigation, and the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust / High Risk clearance.
Responsibilities
- Performs physical examination followed by development and implementation of a plan of care with full-service treatment for work-related injuries of firefighters.
- Interface and collaborate with the PFDHWC medical team and referring physicians regarding firefighters’ overall plan of care, reassessments, and work status/goals.
- Interface(s) with PFD’s Academy regarding fitness and conditioning, injury prevention.
- Coordinate fitness equipment delivery for Physical Therapy and fire stations.
- Prepares and presents educational materials to firefighters on current health trends in strength training, fitness, conditioning, flexibility, nutrition and treatment techniques.
- Participate in data collection and analysis of injuries to reduce prevalence and severity of injury within the fire service and present relevant information to the fire community.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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