Job Description
Job Description
Description : Job Summary :
The licensed physical therapist job summary at Tyler Holmes Memorial Hospital is listed below :
- Interpretation of referrals in acute care, swing bed, school system, and / or outpatient facilities.
- Initial examination, evaluation, objective problem identification, diagnosis, and prognosis.
- Development or modification of an individualized plan of care that is based on the initial examination and that includes anticipated goals and expected functional outcomes.
- Supervisory responsibility for up to four licensed physical therapist assistants
- Coverage of patient care in outpatient, swing bed, and school systems, as instructed by Director of Rehabilitation. Caseload may require treatments in more than one setting, based on caseload needs and staffing dynamics
- Timely review and completion of all supporting documentation
- Establishment of discharge plan summary of status
- Direct questions and concerns to director of rehab in a timely manner
Job Responsibilities :
Physical therapist responsibilities include but are not limited to the following :
Creating thorough documentation for all patient populationsTimely review of treatment documentation, re-examination of the patient and anticipated goals and expected outcomes, and revisions when indicatedEstablishment of discharge plans and appropriate discharge environment recommendationsSupervision of assistants, up to four individuals at any given timeInterpreting of physician referrals and obtainment of any required supporting patient documentation, including diagnostics, labs, appointment notes, etc., in order to assure comprehensive review and care of patientsAssuring timely and appropriate care based on patient presentationAssisting with marketing of services to the communityThe physical therapist will also perform any other duties assigned by the director of rehabilitation and hospital administration.Providing prompt notice of absence or need for change of schedule with Director of Rehab via telephoneRequirements :
Education / Licensure Requirements :
Minimum of Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program with current licensure in the State of
Mississippi
Physical Requirements :
Good overall mental and physical healthStamina and endurance for expected shiftsEnhanced tolerate to continuous walkingAbility to perform proper lifting >60 pounds Occasional sitting
Frequent lifting of 10-30 pounds