About Careertakes

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Overview

Confidential client is seeking a motivated and experienced Physical Therapist to join a sports medicine team in a state-of-the-art 17,000 sq ft facility in Lawrence, KS. This role focuses on delivering evidence-based care to a diverse athletic population, using objective testing technology (isokinetic dynamometry, force plate analysis) and participating in an APTA-credentialed Sports Physical Therapy Residency Program. Teaching, mentorship, and professional growth opportunities are available.

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What You’ll Do

• Perform comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and establish individualized plans of care.
• Deliver interventions and modalities consistent with physician orders and best clinical practices.
• Assess treatment effectiveness, modify plans to meet goals, and document progress accurately.
• Provide education to patients, families, and caregivers; coordinate care with interdisciplinary team members.
• Actively participate in continuous performance improvement and quality initiatives.
• Support program events, including sideline/event coverage when certified (EMR or ATC) and other community activities.
• Contribute to teaching, mentorship, journal clubs, and residency program activities as needed.
• Maintain regular, reliable attendance and professional conduct.

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Program & Opportunities

• Work in a collaborative sports medicine program that emphasizes clinical excellence, technology, and return-to-sport decision-making.
• Use advanced testing tools including isokinetic dynamometry and force plate analysis.
• Participate as faculty in an APTA-credentialed Sports Physical Therapy Residency Program.
• Engage in monthly journal clubs, an annual sports medicine symposium, and ongoing professional development.
• Sideline/event coverage opportunities for clinicians with EMR or ATC certifications.
• Strong opportunities for mentorship, leadership development, and career advancement.

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Qualifications

• Entry-level Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate in Physical Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current license to practice physical therapy issued by the Kansas State Board of Healing Arts.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required.
• Preferred: experience or interest in sports medicine, residency teaching, and objective performance testing (isokinetic/force plate).

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Why Join

• Tuition reimbursement to support continuing education.
• Professional development, recognition, and faculty opportunities.
• Competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package.
• A collaborative, people-first culture that values integrity and teamwork.
• Meaningful work with community-focused impact and opportunities for clinical and academic growth.

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Our Cultural Beliefs

• People First
• Integrity Matters
• Better Together

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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