Physical Therapist - Physical Therapy

Description

Summary :

Organizes and conducts medically prescribed physical

therapy programs to restore function, prevent disability following

disease, injury or loss of a body part, and helps patients reach

maximum performance levels. Plans therapy involving physical

exercise, massage, heat, water, etc. Utilizes various mechanical

and electrical equipment, and prosthetic and orthotic devices.

Evaluates, records and reports on patient progress.

Responsibilities :

Responsible for interpreting and carrying out

the prescription of the physician per practice act

guidelines.

Responsible for overall direction,

utilization, supervision, and instruction of physical therapy

assistants; support staff; volunteers and students utilized in the

department

Assists, by providing input, with

performance evaluations of assistants and support staff

Responsible for protection of confidential

data and the safety and welfare of patients and other

associates.

Performs other duties as

assigned.

Requirements : Experience

Graduate of an accredited school of Physical

Therapy

Knowledgeable of the American Physical

Therapy Association Code of Ethics and the Guide to Physical

Therapy Practice.

Excellent communication

skills

Experience

New graduates accepted; experience

preferred

Licenses,

Registrations, or Certifications

Current license by the Texas Board of Physical

Therapy & Occupational Therapy

Examiners

CPR (American Heart

Association)

Work

Schedule : MULTIPLE SHIFTS

AVAILABLE

Work Type : Full Time