Physical Therapist - Physical Therapy - PRN

Description Summary : Responsible for

evaluation, planning, directing and administering physical therapy

modalities of treatment as prescribed by a licensed physician.

Administers treatments and physical agents as prescribed by a

referring physician in an effort to restore function and prevent

disability following injury, disease or physical disability.

Assists patients to reach their maximum performance and level of

functioning, while learning to live within the limits of their

capabilities. The staff therapist participates in operational

aspects of the department, maintains performance improvement

activities within the department and participates in CQI

activities. Participates in all infection control, departmental

equipment training, organizational safety and fire safety programs.

This description is not intended to be a complete list of duties.

Other related duties may be assigned . Responsibilities :

Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide services

based on the physical, psychosocial, educational, safety, and other

related criteria appropriate population in his / her assigned area

Maintains required core competencies. Complies with set Policies

and Procedures (i.e. name tag, dress code, parking, smoking, etc.)

Accurately interprets referrals resulting in a proper and complete

assessment of the patient. Gathers and interprets various data

elements from the medical record, other care providers, from

patient and family resulting in an effective plan of care (POC).

Proactively communicates with other physical therapists when the

presentation of the patient exceeds one’s skill, knowledge, or

understanding of the patient’s condition. Implements POC that

attains expected clinical outcomes. Understands the parameters of

patient’s condition each visit and adjusts behaviors accordingly.

Completes all documentation thoroughly and charges accurately the

same day treatment is rendered. Develops in conjunction with the

patient and family a set of realistic, reasonable goals with

associated time frames and frequencies. Requirements : Education

High School diploma or equivalent. Certificate, Bachelors, Masters,

or Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from an approved and

accredited program by the American Physical Therapy Associate.

Experience Ability to read and communicate effectively in

English-additional languages preferred. Strong written and verbal

skills. Basic computer knowledge. Knowledge of physical medicine,

physical therapy modalities, anatomy and physiology. Knowledge of

physical therapy machine operation, maintenance and repairs of

same. Performs related responsibilities as assigned. Licenses,

Registrations, or Certifications Licensure : Is current or eligible

for licensure as a Physical Therapist by the New Mexico Board of

Physical Therapy. Current American Heart – Basic Life Support (BLS)

card. Work Type : Per Diem As Needed EEO is the law - click below

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