<p>This physical therapist provides professional, independent physical therapy services in the assigned area with the general supervision of the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Manager and located at CBOC Wausau, WI. In addition to general outpatient clinic this position will also be involved with the Active management of Pain program. Training will be available after the onboarding process.</p> <p>Salary Range</p> <p>GS11-$83,954-$109,146</p> <p>GS12-$97,735-$127,058</p> <p>Major duties include but not limited to:</p> <ul> <li>Physical Therapist is assigned to a caseload of outpatients and inpatients that range in age from 18 to 100. </li><li>Demonstrates knowledge relative to the impact of acute, chronic, and overuse musculoskeletal injuries, with conditions affecting the spine, shoulder, hips and knees, and overall persistent pain conditions. </li><li>Independently performs comprehensive evaluations that include but are not limited to the musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, integumentary, and cardiovascular systems, and the patient's functional status. </li><li>Independently establishes therapeutic agendas based on the patient's age, identified deficits, and expressed goals. </li><li>Adheres to the hospital's infection control procedures to prevent morbidity and ensure positive outcomes. </li><li>Identifies medical-rehabilitative problems that interfere with the therapeutic process and makes appropriate, timely referrals to remedy issues. </li><li>Functions as a resource during evaluation, treatment and family conferences, providing insights relative to the patient's functional level and recommendations for disposition. </li><li>Evaluates patient's needs for assistive devices, and adaptive appliances, recommends adjustments for prosthetic/orthotic devices and makes minor adjustments to obtain maximal functional benefits. </li><li>Functions as a mentor to other physical medicine and rehabilitation services (PMRS) staff via in-servicing, 1:1 instruction, and sharing of current research in relevant clinical topics. </li><li>Provides clinical training experiences for pre-clinical and graduate therapists, as well as for physical therapy assistant students from accredited physical therapy and physical therapy assistant programs. </li><li>Responsible for coordinating and maintaining records related to required monthly pain chart audits. </li><li>Participates in PM&RS Performance Improvement activities, assessing the quality and scope of care provided. </li><li>Perform other duties as assigned. </li></ul> <p>Work Schedule: Monday-Friday; 8:00am to 4:30pm</p> <p>Telework: Not Available</p> <p>Virtual: This is not a virtual position.</p> <p>Functional Statement #: GS 11 02018F/GS 12 01838F</p> <p>Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized</p> <p>Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized</p>