Physical Therapist

Physical Therapist

Job Description

Physical Therapists plan and execute rehabilitation programs to help patients return to a higher level of physical function. Physical Therapists utilize a variety of skills including, but not limited to therapeutic exercise, neuromuscular re-education, physical modalities, gait training and manual techniques. Our therapists demonstrate effective communication and strong interpersonal skills to motivate patients and provide compassionate care. Performs evaluations and treatment of patients per prescription of referring physicians. Assists in clinic management of other personnel and students of the department.

Monday - Friday day shift. Pay is based on experience starting at $77,438

Responsibilities

Also assist in miscellaneous duties and/or projects assigned by manager and/or supervisor required to provide quality patient care., Apply knowledge of anatomy, exercise physiology, biomechanics, kinesiology, neuroscience and pharmacology., Assists other facility staff members as needed to provide care and create a clean, orderly and effective environment for rehabilitation and physical therapy., Assist to accomplish the standards set by JCAHO, by Q.I., and by departmental policies set for the Physical Therapy Department and this institution., Communicate department matters with patients, families, physicians, peers, and public to promote and accomplish the functions and goals of the Physical Therapy Department., Develop a plan for patients following completion of their Plan of Care with appropriate home exercise program, discharge instructions, Develops Plan of Care for each patient based on initial and ongoing evaluations including short and long term goals, collaboration demands of other staff members, and required patient and caregiver involvement., Documents patient progress according to approved medical documentation and facility documentation procedures., Ensure that professional documents are produced on a timely basis to include medical records of patients, patient charges and registration, reports to physicians, etc., required to fully and completely process each patient receiving PT services., Evaluate and treat patients per plan of care prescribed by referring physicians., Evaluates mobility, strength and current level of patient function, while setting goals to improve in these areas that are scaled to patient abilities and realistically attainable., Implements Plan of Care on a consistent schedule and adjusts this schedule and plan according to patient progress., Maintains open lines of effective communication between therapy staff, department staff and referral sources involved in the care of the patient. , Maintains patient records, ensuring that Certifications and Authorizations are in compliance with third party payer requirements., Maintains professional and technical knowledge through attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications, etc., Supervise and direct therapy care plan as administered by support personnel and students.

Requirements:

DPT: Physical Therapy (Required)

BLS or CPR certification within 90 days of hire. - Sarah Bush Lincoln, Physical Therapist - Sarah Bush Lincoln