Physical Therapist

POSITION SUMMARY:

Provides treatments to patients by evaluating the function and selecting and applying appropriate treatments to improve or restore function. Participates in an interdisciplinary approach for in servicing and community education and in the clinical education of affiliating students.

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

• Graduate of an accredited program of Physical Therapy with a minimum of a B.S.
• Must hold or a current license in Physical Therapy.

COMPETENCIES:

• Strong English communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proficient in the use of Windows based programs needed for department functions.
• Access to reliable transportation. Travel between multiple work sites is required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Evaluates patients based on departmental standard.
• Conducts and modifies evaluations based on the patient's symptoms, level of activity, and medical status establishing individualized, appropriate, measurable goals for each patient.
• Treats patients with the appropriate and acceptable therapeutic exercises.
• Administers physical agents and manual therapeutic technique to relieve pain and/or attain established goals.
• Educates patients/families in home exercise programs and/or functional activities.
• Determines when a patient has achieved maximal benefit from treatment and recommends discharge if appropriate.
• Documents in accordance to insurance guidelines and adheres to the department's policies and procedures.
• Seeks and fosters interdepartmental communication and communication with the referring physician regarding patient care.
• Accurately and consistently fills out and submits charges daily.
• Adheres to the professional code of ethics established by the APTA and the facility at all times.
• Supervises at least one affiliated student per year.
• Attends a continuing education course to further/improve treatment techniques.
• Participates in at least one departmental in-service, or community in-service as evidenced by documentation of educational program.