Physical Therapist

SIRS, Southern Indiana Resource Solutions, is dedicated to supporting individuals with disabilities in achieving independence and personal growth. Since its founding in 1968, SIRS has focused on fostering opportunities for learning, employment, community access, and residential living. The organization's mission is to build relationships that empower individuals to pursue their goals and live as independently as possible. SIRS emphasizes personal choice, self-direction of services, and the development of natural relationships and support systems.

Through its inclusive approach, the organization celebrates the unique abilities of every individual and advocates for achieving personal and community connections.

Contract Physical Therapist

Job Summary:This position requires assessing, evaluating, planning, and implementing medically

prescribed physical therapy treatment for children birth through age three to improve the child’s functional ability to perform tasks at home and in other environments and correct or compensate for medical problems. Treatment is directed toward the prevention or minimization of a disability. Medically prescribed physical therapy treatment may also be provided for older patients suffering from injury or disease, to restore function, relieve pain, to prevent disability, or minimize the effects of a disability.

Work Environment:Work environment varies with the location of the service recipient. Possible exposure to both heat and cold. Frequent travel required in Vanderburgh, Warrick, and Spencer Counties.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Physical Therapy techniques and practices, rehabilitation methods, and patient care
• Experience in providing home care and outpatient therapy services
• Strong knowledge of medicine as it pertains to physical therapy and treatment plans
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills to work with patients, families, and healthcare teams
• Doctorate in Physical Therapy from an accredited program
• Active Physical Therapy license in the state of Indiana
• CPR and First Aid certification is preferred
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities is a plus