Physical Therapist - Physical Therapy

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

Experience

Licenses, Certifications, or Registrations

Work Schedule : 5 Days - 8 Hours

Work Type : Full Time